Torx Screwdriver

iluvmytdi · Mar 27, 2003

Where can I get a Torx screwdriver? Do I need to go to a auto parts store or Home Depot? Just trying to keep from driving all over town. Did a search for it on Lowe's and Home Depot. Nuthin'. btw: I'm putting my splashguards on this weekend!!!!

dieseldorf · Mar 27, 2003

my local auto parts store sells them in screwdriver form. You should be able to find them at Sears. I prefer the set that fits a socket so you end up with a whole range containing 8 pcs, for example. Some have mentioned that sets are available at Home Depot.

cardinarky · Mar 27, 2003

Please, go to an auto parts supply, such as Auto Zone or O'Reillys or whatever is in your area. I went to Sears this weekend and looked at a 9 or 11 piece socket Torx Bit set and they wanted $45.00. I found an 11 piece set at O'Reillys for $8.49
Another location and possibly even cheaper than the $8.49 is eBay. I found several bit sets there for $3.97 and only $4.00 shipping. But the O'Reilly's was here and I took it.

dieseldorf · Mar 27, 2003

Sears (on line) has very decent sets for well under $20.

The individual bit or the set should not be that challenging to locate...many of the auto mfgs are now using TORX fasteners...both male and female style.

Variant TDI · Mar 27, 2003

Torx bits are pretty common. Torx Sockets are a little harder to come by, and the only item I've found them on (so far) is the ABS control unit.

A 1/4" hex drive set like this is a good investment.

dieseldorf · Mar 27, 2003

Lisle set for $19:

T-10, T-15, T-20, T-25, T-27, T-30, T-40, T-45, T-47, T-50, T-55, T-60 Torx® sockets

click me

NYTDI · Mar 27, 2003

Hey dorf, is that the place that had the great price on the Porter/Cable random orbit polisher you posted about last year?

I thought it was a place in CT or MA but have lost the link.

dieseldorf · Mar 27, 2003

Hey dorf, is that the place that had the great price on the Porter/Cable random orbit polisher you posted about last year?

I thought it was a place in CT or MA but have lost the link.

Hi, NYTDI. Good memory. It was Coastal Tool in Hartford that had the jaw-dropping price on the Porter Cable.

I have never done business with the thetoolwarehouse.net but I am sure I will in the future...they have some amazing prices.

paramedick · Mar 27, 2003

Check out the classifieds on this forum. DParnell has a great set for an amazing price.

iluvmytdi · Mar 27, 2003

Thx everyone for the tips. Gonna try an auto parts store since I need 'em this weekend.

GotDiesel? · Mar 28, 2003

Anybody know where to get "tamper-resistant" torx bits?

My MAF is secured with those... if anyone knows specifically what size that one is I'd love to know.

TIA.

mrGutWrench · Mar 28, 2003

Anybody know where to get "tamper-resistant" torx bits?
My MAF is secured with those... if anyone knows specifically what size that one is I'd love to know. TIA.

._. See "VariantTDI"'s pic above. The Torx bits in that set have the hole in the middle for the anti-tamper nub to fit into. Us grey-haired, broken down, old retired guys MUCH prefer to buy one set to do both types of socket.
Bruce Henderson, Wallace NC

GotDiesel? · Mar 30, 2003

Ah. Thanks for pointing that out...

A socket set is what I need. Wonder where Dexter (VariantTDI) picked that set up. Looks pretty nice.

paramedick · Mar 30, 2003

I found the same set of torx and anti-tamper screwdriver bits in a tool store in the Waccamaw Pottery Mall @ Myrtle Beach, SC. If we have any members down there, perhaps they would be willing to help. If I recall, under $15.00 for entire set.

Torx Screwdriver

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