You should include information on what NOT to lubricate. I've occasionally run into people on forums giving incorrect advice to lubricate the areas where the bars rub against the L-brackets attached to the trailer. (Which seems like an intuitive thing to do for those trying to reduce noises.)
It would be helpful if you mentioned which grease you used and how much. Also do you recommend wiping it off each time and reapplying it? I use sandwich bags and rubber bands to keep things from getting messy.
Hi Dan! In this video we use Equal-i-zer Hitches high performance lubricant. I've linked it below! You can just reapply unless the lube is hardened or crusty. www.equalizerhitch.com/store/hitch-accessories/high-performance-lubricant?sku=undefined
Thanks! Quick, informative video. One question: I’m leaving my trailer hitches for three or four days while I travel. Is it ok to wait that long to lubricate? Thank you.
You should include information on what NOT to lubricate. I've occasionally run into people on forums giving incorrect advice to lubricate the areas where the bars rub against the L-brackets attached to the trailer. (Which seems like an intuitive thing to do for those trying to reduce noises.)
Thank you for this idea! It's very important to know where to lubricate and where not too.
Very True. I was making this mistake before. Thats why I found this video looking for confirmations (and how to actually reduce squeeks).
It would be helpful if you mentioned which grease you used and how much. Also do you recommend wiping it off
each time and reapplying it? I use sandwich bags and rubber bands to keep things from getting messy.
Hi Dan! In this video we use Equal-i-zer Hitches high performance lubricant. I've linked it below! You can just reapply unless the lube is hardened or crusty.
www.equalizerhitch.com/store/hitch-accessories/high-performance-lubricant?sku=undefined
Thank you for letting us know the product name.
Thanks! Quick, informative video. One question: I’m leaving my trailer hitches for three or four days while I travel. Is it ok to wait that long to lubricate? Thank you.
Yes you should be just fine! Happy travels!
do you lubricate the end of the notched round bar that most likely comes in contact with the top of the socket ( head)?
Lubricate the hitch head as well as the bottom and top of the sockets. (Do not lubricate the inside of the sockets)