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Plastic Wear Plates (December 2009 - Current)
The Plastic Wear Plates of the SuperGlide’s Turntable Cam Arm Assembly were designed to glide along the surfaces
without the need for heavy lubrication. To protect against rust and to enhance the ease of turning on the Way Tubes,
a light oil (WD-40 or a 3-in-1 oil) should be applied to the Way Tubes’ top and inward facing sides and between the
front and rear openings in the Plastic Wear Plates positioned around the Turntable/Cam Arm Shaft.
A light lubricant that is applied more frequently (each day of use) is preferred over the use of heavier lubricants.
Heavy grease will be “wiped” off just as fast as light lubricant pushing the heavy grease to areas that will not benet
the wear surfaces - only making it appear that the hitch is still well lubricated.
You will nd with use, that the Plastic Wear Plate will wear the shiny zinc coating off the Way Tubes in areas, creating
“bare” areas of the metal, as well as light scoring marks in areas of repeated use. This is normal, but will be protected
as you apply WD-40 to the Way Tubes with each day’s use.
If your hitch is unused for more than a day or it is in storage, rust can form quickly in these areas. If rust does form,
simply use steel wool or lightly sand those areas. Never let your tubes become pitted with rust, as it may cause the
plastic to tear or catch on rough areas. The Plastic Wear Plate has a long life expectancy, but depending on how
often, and what terrains you are traveling, the plastic will eventually, wear down with time. If the 1/4” plastic plate
wears down to 3/16”, it should be replaced.
WARNING: Do not use any lubrication other than a light oil on the Way Tubes of your SuperGlide hitch. Using other
lubricants, such as those with a silicone base, will create a residue and may hinder the functionality of
the Turntable Cam Arm Assembly. Buildup of old oil and dirt can also create a residue over time and
needs to be kept clean.
LUBRICATION
DO NOT OPERATE HITCH UNTIL YOU READ THIS SECTION!
1. WAY TUBES: Cover the tops and inside face of each Way Tube
2. TURNTABLE SHAFT: Using a directional straw attached to the spray nozzle, direct oil between the openings in
the Plastic Wear Plates at both the front and rear
Passenger side Way Tube removed for illustrative purposes
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