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Old 09-23-2014, 11:03 AM   #1
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SCREWS????

Where can I get a bit for these Torx-like screws on this W&P?
I got some mods I want to do but I need to remove these screws.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:05 AM   #2
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Should be a number 2 square bit found at any hardware store.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:07 AM   #3
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Nope, not that one. There are a bunch of Torx type on these. There are some of the ones you speak of too. I have it.
These look like a torx but my torx bits won't fit.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:13 AM   #4
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Any tool/hardware store has an assortment...usually $10-15 with "ALL" the bits you will ever need, unless they are like bigger than a 1/4" or so.


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Old 09-23-2014, 11:16 AM   #5
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Not having any luck there. May have to get one from the dealer. The last ones I removed with the drill the head off method...replaced with a more common screw/head.
Thanks for the help though
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Post a photo of the screw head and maybe we can help.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:23 AM   #7
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Nope, not that one. There are a bunch of Torx type on these. There are some of the ones you speak of too. I have it.
These look like a torx but my torx bits won't fit.
Could be some sort of anti-tamper screw. Would not see why, but it could be. Our local True Value sells a complete set of anti-tamper bits for around $20.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:31 AM   #8
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I see part of the problem. These are 12 point torx, my bits are 6 pt. I never knew there was such.
Also in looking at my TH I find that there are at least 5 different screw heads.
( there is also the anti-tamper ones)
Plus bolts.
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KD1, the picture looks like an 8 pt, not 12 unless my eyes are playing tricks on me.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:38 AM   #10
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I see part of the problem. These are 12 point torx, my bits are 6 pt. I never knew there was such.
Also in looking at my TH I find that there are at least 5 different screw heads.
( there is also the anti-tamper ones)
Plus bolts.
I only count 8 points in that photo. If it was 12, then the 6's should have had enough bite to be able to turn them.

It's strange to see them using a non-standard screw like that. My trailer's only been #2 robertson's, #2 Philips or staples.
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Old 09-23-2014, 11:40 AM   #11
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The right size square bit should also work on the one in the picture.
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I'm surprised you can't find them at the hardware store, how about auto parts stores.
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Like OC said. Did you try a #2 sq bit? I think it'll work.
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Hmmm. New one on me...sold tools 25 years. Looks like a spider drive. Learn something every day.


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Would love to hear the back story on those screws . Picture the new guy in the purchasing department gets a call from the hardware vendor with one heck of a deal on a boatload of Screws. Says they're super secure and will bring more work back to the local dealers.
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Old 09-23-2014, 12:42 PM   #16
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You are right. It is 8. I just assumed as my 6 pt wouldn't work that it was like sockets..6 pt & 12 pt.
Either way, I'm in need of a bit. I guess I will have to make the 80 mile round trip to the dealer or CW if my auto parts don't carry this.
Again, Thanks for the input.
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Square bit is too small.
Oh, well...
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Old 09-23-2014, 01:34 PM   #18
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You are right. It is 8. I just assumed as my 6 pt wouldn't work that it was like sockets..6 pt & 12 pt.

Either way, I'm in need of a bit. I guess I will have to make the 80 mile round trip to the dealer or CW if my auto parts don't carry this.

Again, Thanks for the input.

Home Depot shows them on their website. It doesn't say a size. Take an impression or a screw if you got any out.


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KD I used a square bit on my camper and it fit those screw heads. I cannot remember what size though. If all else fails you may need a reverse bit that one would use to back out a stripped head on a screw. Good luck!
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Old 09-23-2014, 01:43 PM   #20
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Well, it can wait I guess. I wanted to take the panel off & drop wire thru the floor for another outside power outlet. It would be a clean mod that way. I will just do as Iwannacamp says & ck Home Depot next trip.
I have easy outs & could drill them but since it's not an emergency I'll move on to the next project...building cabinets.
Thanks, all
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