36PK 3inx3inx1/2in Gear Head 5th Wheel Grease Lubricant Pads - Non-Toxic - Black, 6PK

When the trailer sits on the fifth wheel (coupling), thousands of pounds of vertical load are applied, and the trailer pivots during turns. Without lubrication, there is high metal-to-metal wear, noise and binding, premature component failure, and grooving of the fifth wheel plate. Environmentally-Friendly Material: These fifth-wheel grease pads are constructed from soy oil-based grease. The grease pads are further coated with a waxy solid that keeps them dry, clean, and stable until the wax breaks/melts on contact or pressure. The pads are ESG-compliant (focus on creating a and friendly environment for truckers) and USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) certified bio-based product. Also, grease pouches plugging the fifth wheel jaws or littering the parking lots, keeping the front of the 5th wheel clean. Traditional packet grease leaves 10% waste when it bursts under pressure (when the fifth wheel plates and trailer are coupled) and fails to cover most of the plate. It will effectively perform in extreme hot and cold conditions, especially in temperatures ranging from -40 Degrees F to 150 Degrees F. The wax film only bursts under pressure; changing temperature doesn't affect its structure. Storage Guideline: Store in a cool and dry location (under the optimal temperature ranges). Maximum care and handling will be needed if the pads are left in direct sunlight or an unattended cab. The process is very simple: place it onto the 5th wheel plate and ensure a sufficient trailer clearance. Pads can break, so on bare metal, use a softer interior material to create a sticky spot for the pad to stick to. Ensure proper contact between the 5th wheel pads and the trailer edge. If the trailer is aimed too low, the fifth wheel will push the pads off the surface. So, try to contact the upper end of the trailer edge to the 5th wheel pads (ensure they are under the trailer). If the 5th wheel plates have never been greased, then use four grease pads for proper lubrication. Usage Guidelines: Depending on the usage During regular drop and hook operation, such as in freight yards, ports, or distribution centers, greasing is required every couple of days. A cube can be easily consumed in a week or up to 10 days. For tankers or vehicles with very few coupling/uncoupling requirements, greasing (grease pads) will only be needed during regular vehicle service/maintenance. Note: Gear Head grease pads are packed in a cube box, and each box contains 6 pads.