Does 30K Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Hitch Need to Use a Lube Plate
Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 08/26/2024
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Getting a 2022 Ram 3500 dually with the ram puck system and interested in the 30K Curt hitch. What size lube plate do these use?
asked by: Rodger R
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Expert Reply:
Great choice, Rodger!
The 30K Curt PowerRide # C74BR uses wear plates that eliminate the need to add grease or use a lube plate. When the wear plates get worn down enough you'll use the Replacement Wear Plates # C52WR to keep your pin box from making contact with the metal part of the hitch head.
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Jon G
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Curt PowerRide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for RAM Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 7500 lbs Vertical Load
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned 360-Degree
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- CURT
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Robin H.
1/27/2026
Hey Rodger, how did things go with the Curt PowerRide hitch on your Ram 3500? Did the built-in wear plates work smoothly for you? Your update could make it easier for others choosing the same setup.