More farms are turning to "big rigs" to move products from field to market. And for more than 20 years May Wes has offered a product line that helps extend the life of the hitch wheel plate surface and extend the life of these over-the-road rigs. Recently the company added two new poly covers to the line pushing the number to 20 different product offerings that support these fifth-wheel makes and models:

* Holland: FW35, FW8, FW17, FW3500, FW2600, FWS1 FW6000

* Fontaine: 7000, 6000, 5092, 3000

* Jost: JSK37H, JSK37U and JSK37F

* Simplex: Simplex SE, Simplex Lite, Simplex II

* ASF: Castloc, Castloc II

* Reese: 18K, 20K and 25K

* Robin Industries: 15K

The Slide-N-Drive uses ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene material that eliminates the need for greasing the fifth wheel plate surface. The non-stick surface also keeps debris from sticking and enables for improved trailer handling and maneuverability. The one-quarter-inch thick UMHW's strength also extends the life of the fifth wheel plate and May-Wes says over-the-road drivers report getting 400,000 miles plus per poly cover.

The kit comes with all you need for basic installation. You can learn more about the product line by visiting www.slidendrive.com.

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