When the slide frame has problems like the aluminun wheel castings breaks, or it won't lock into position, you may want to consider replaceing the entire slide frame with one of our used (functions like new) slide frames at 1/2 the price of new. This is an easy job,
The 'J' hook has become the standard safety stop block. It give several extra inches so that the stretcher wheels do not hit the bumper when unloading. Mounting hardware is avaiable but not included.
This is the lubricant recommended by Stryker. It is a Teflon based product and performs well in most cases. Stryker has changed where and how to use this product a number of times. Tri Flow has a petroleum based carrier (the liquid) and when used on some plastics may have caused gumming up and softening of the plastic bearings.