Does The Curt Helux Shock-Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box C83RJ Require Maintenance?
Updated 09/08/2025 | Published 06/05/2025
Question:
Does the Helux require maintenance, it doesnt appear to have an air bag, but does it need lubrication or other maintenance? Thanks for the help, yall rock!
asked by: Marc H
Expert Reply:
Hello Marc, thanks for reaching out. The Curt Helux Shock-Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box # C83RJ requires no maintenance after in initial installation. It uses a spring instead of an air bag. I do recommend that you inspect the pin box and touch up and scratches or chips that may occur with black paint. That would be the only thing needed to maintain the coating just in case.
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Curt Helux Shock-Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box - Lippert Rhino - 24K GTW - 6,000 lbs TW
- 5th Wheel Pin Box
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- Absorbs Road Shock and Reduces Chucking
- 24000 lbs
- Rubber Spring Suspension
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Jesse M.
9/8/2025
Hey Marc, did you have a chance to inspect the pin box and touch up any scratches or chips? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you since it could help others with similar maintenance concerns.