[DMCForum] Re: Torx Fasteners (Martin)

["content22207" <brobertson@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Yes, I have plenty of Torx tools -- both regular and tamper proof (the
ones with the little nipple in the middle). The problem isn't tool
supply. The problem is a Torx head can't handle as much torque as an
allen head. It certainly can't handle as much as a hex head. If the
threads are rusted or frozen, you WILL round the head out. The only
advantage then is you have a big centering dimple already in place to
drill the head off.

Bill Robertson
#5939

>--- In DMCForum@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Martin Gutkowski <martin@xxxx> wrote:
> content22207 wrote:
> 
> >
> > With all due respects, how much security is required for a window
> > crank? Or a headlight adjusting screw? Or a side mirror mounted from
> > INSIDE the door?
> 
> WTF are you on about? You need a torx bit set to undo them. OK, not
that 
> hard to get hold of, but certainly not as easy as an allen key. Citroen 
> love torx screws FWIW. Hardly any screws inside my car, all held in
with 
> torx.
> 
> >
> > I think the idea behind Torx is faster positioning of the driving bit
> > during assembly line production. No thought whatsoever was given to
> > later removal.
> 
> Whatever you reckon mate
> 
> Martin

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