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Removing torx screws???
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12-29-2012, 08:26 PM | #1 |
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Removing torx screws???
I've looked at DIY for replacing kidney grilles and I've seen ones that say to remove torx screws, as well as some that say it isn't necessary. I have an 09 e92 and I want to put on the black grilles I got for Christmas. Does anyone know if I can do it by just unclipping the grilles, or do I need to get the tool to remove the torx screws?? Thanks!
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12-29-2012, 09:48 PM | #5 |
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Torx set is like $25 at Sears. You will need those bits to uninstall your engine cover for things like spark-plugs/coils. I suggest you buy the tools and do it right. Ive spent over $500 on tools for this car, and i love working on the car because of it
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12-29-2012, 09:52 PM | #6 |
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I thought the engine cover was an Allen-head bolt..
But good point, a lot of bolts on this car are Torx-head. It's a German thing..
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12-29-2012, 09:59 PM | #7 |
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you can also pick up a set of torx screw drivers at home depot. Igot mine in a kit with screw drivers and allen wrenches for 10 bucks. It looks like a package with 3 really big swiss army knives
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12-29-2012, 11:42 PM | #8 |
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You can also buy torx bits that fit onto any standard ratchet head. I have picked up several of these at AutoZone for a few bucks each. Quite handy as a lot of our underhood bolts are torx (T20 and T25 seem to be the most common).
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12-30-2012, 10:07 AM | #9 | |
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But really, get the right tools eventually so you don't have to take apart your car with paper clips and toothpics.
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12-30-2012, 10:24 AM | #10 |
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Removing the torx screws allows you to pull the bumper somewhat allowing you access to fit your hands and unclip the grills.
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12-30-2012, 11:35 AM | #11 |
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Went to used tool bin place.
Got two screw driver like torx drivers for a buck each .
Local auto shop had a set of Torx alan like wrenches on sale for a couple of bucks. |
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Come on guys, if you're going to mess around with your car yourself there's just no excuse not to have the right tools for the job at hand. |
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