Topic: Where do I find the special tool to remove safety torx screw

[Beachbum]

Where can I buy the special tool to remove safety torx screws on the AIS port on the throttle body? Is this something an auto store should have or do I need to try and order it somewhere, thanks for any help.

[Jeffy]

They're called Tamper-proof Torx.  I bougth my set off eBay for $4.

http://search.ebay.com/tamper-proof-torx_W0QQfromZR41QQsatitleZtamperQ2dproofQ20torx

I believe Sears might have some but I'm not sure if they're Craftsman Brand.  I've seen a set in Radio Shack also.

Or you can try snapping off the center stud and using a regular set.  I have not tried this since I ended up buying the propper tool.

[Erik]

advance auto carries them with the rest of their tools in the tool section.... i think their are 6 in the set but i could be wrong.  ampro brand.

[littleredbeater]

auto zone too, I broke one within an hour an took them back. I wish I could find a set of stainless ones.

[Erik]

harbor freight possibly?

or drop a dime with snap-on.... just buy the size you NEED so you won't be wasting your money on other sizes that will otherwise colelct dust and take up space in your toolbox....

[Jeffy]

The torx on the TB have blue locktite on them.  Usually it's all dried and doesn't take much work to remove.  I would not use a ratchet since it's very easy to apply too much force and either screw up the head or snap it off completely.

I'd maybe put each tork under a candle or lighter for a few seconds then remove.  It won't take much heat.

[Erik]

blow torches are so much more fun though  :twisted: