Extra long Torx bits, screwdriver, or sockets?

[Jacobson]

I was removing a car door handle today, and the torx screw was in the deep recess. The socket barely fit. I had to use a thinner one I had as a backup.

I want an extra long Torx bit.

The advantage of the screw driver design is the thin shank allows you to see into a recess, unless the socket base, which blocks view.

Then again, with an extra long bit, the socket would not be inside the recess, it would be outside, and only the thin shank would be inside.

What do you like?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0067YFP9E/?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I5THF9M/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[plinker]

With the extra long torx bit sockets, a spinner handle, T handle or breaker bar makes it sort of universal.
https://www.amazon.com/GearWrench-80588-Piece-Long-T8-T50/dp/B001M0O18Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511405084&sr=8-1&keywords=gearwrench+long+torx
I have this set, the diameter of the bit may be an issue for some clearance but I havent run into one yet. I dont use them that often though.

 

[Sam'sAutoParts]

I have all three. Standard length bit sockets, long reach bit sockets, and a set of screwdrivers that go up to t30. I owned a Jeep XJ and needed all three at one point or another.

 

[derosa]

If you're worried about being able to look go with a T-handle, most screws won't be too tight. Bondhus makes a nice set of them.

 

[theoldwizard1]

Buy the ones you use the most with a 1/4" hex drive. Much cheaper. Unless you are just tring to fill your tool box.

 

[wkndwarrior29]

I ran into a similar situation a while ago and picked up a set of these:

Enkay 3036-C Tamper Proof Bit Set, Carded, 10-Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002T5O5LO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

They are pretty low profile, long, and very nice quality. Use them with a ratcheting, driver handle, stubby handle or however you see fit.

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[FigureItOut]

I have a decent selection of torx drivers, but usually use hex bits on an extension. For the infrequent times an extension won't get into the recess, I usually reach for this Wiha set of extra long L- keys. It doesn't take up a lot of room and covers just about any torx fastener you'd find recessed.

 

[Jacobson]

I don't want "L" shaped keys since I might not be able to get torque to break the bolt loose.

I think I will try the $11 Enkay that @wkndwarrior29 posted.
I have a bit adapter driver that I can use with a 1/4 ratchet.
25% of the price of the GearWrench sockets.

 

[four.cycle]

I never knew these existed until I saw a set listed on Ebay a couple days ago.
Might serve the purpose. Worth a look:

https://www.zoro.com/bondhus-torx-h...MInYi5xpzU1wIVEJd-Ch1diQNSEAQYAyABEgLArfD_BwE

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EM5VTD6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bondhus...MInYi5xpzU1wIVEJd-Ch1diQNSEAQYBCABEgLBzPD_BwE

 

[Tonyuk]

I have a set of long wera torx drivers i use for this sort of stuff, they look like this set here but i got mine individually;

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wera-028074-Kraftform-Plus-4-Piece-Extra-Long-Torx-Screwdriver-Set-T20-T30/131650736868?hash=item1ea6fed2e4:g:~KMAAOSwMTZWRIeh

It really is ideal to have long torx sockets however since you'll undoubtabley come across a seized fastener that needs a bit of extra leverage, again wera make a nice looking set here;

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wera-004211-8767-C-HF2-1-2-Drive-Zyklop-Long-Torx-Bit-Socket-Set-T20-T45/152252468955?hash=item2372f44edb:g:lrQAAOSwNRdX5U9Y

I use a Mac set in work and they're very good but im sure the wera's will be just as good also. You could also get the long 1/4" driver bits made for an impact driver and buy one of those adaptors that let you use them on a 1/4" ratchet, probably work out cheaper too. Always buy decent quality torx bits as they'll easily round if the driver is a bit too small, especially if rusted, and the ones in a recess are always difficult to get out when this happens.

 

[redwrench60]

I’ve got all three. Long and short Torx bit sockets, Torx screwdrivers and I even ended up with one piece extra long impact Torx bit sockets, Torx Allen wrenches and Torx ratcheting screwdriver bit sets. It all comes into play sooner or later if you work on a big variety of machines.

And this doesn’t even touch on the Specialty Torx ****.....5 and 6 pointed tamper proof Torx, Torx Plus, inverted Torx, Mortorq Superbit.......it never ends.

 

[yjWrangler]

I bought a set of torx screwdrivers and a magnetizer just for those hard to reach door handle screws. Because taking a whole door apart for that little screw is a real *****.

 

[Jacobson]

I never knew these existed until I saw a set listed on Ebay a couple days ago.
Might serve the purpose. Worth a look:

https://www.zoro.com/bondhus-torx-h...MInYi5xpzU1wIVEJd-Ch1diQNSEAQYAyABEgLArfD_BwE

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EM5VTD6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bondhus...MInYi5xpzU1wIVEJd-Ch1diQNSEAQYBCABEgLBzPD_BwE

What's on the other end?
ie: How do you spin these? Ratchet?

 

[four.cycle]

^ the other end is a Torx bit.

As for how they are turned, I have no clue... from their appearance I would guess an open-end wrench.
Like I said, I never even knew those existed until a couple days ago when I ran into this listing on Ebay:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Motion-Pro...ash=item41d4ba6907:g:jUUAAOSwl9RaE31M&vxp=mtr



I am a little puzzled by this line in the product description:
"Allow tool users to insert wrench into socket head screw one time only..."

What does that mean, exactly? Does that mean that the tool is only good for one use if you use a wrench?

 

[Jacobson]

I ran into a similar situation a while ago and picked up a set of these:

Enkay 3036-C Tamper Proof Bit Set, Carded, 10-Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002T5O5LO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

They are pretty low profile, long, and very nice quality. Use them with a ratcheting, driver handle, stubby handle or however you see fit.

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I had to remove the same door again
and this time I had these.

I had forgotten I even bought them after this thread.
Once my socket got stuck, I started poking around the toolbox
and found them. A great buy!

 

[Dust]

I buy extra long bits, especially the T20s. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L9HQ4MQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Neiko also makes bit sockets. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005GS4LJ2/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[ryan20021982]

I never knew these existed until I saw a set listed on Ebay a couple days ago.
Might serve the purpose. Worth a look:

https://www.zoro.com/bondhus-torx-h...MInYi5xpzU1wIVEJd-Ch1diQNSEAQYAyABEgLArfD_BwE

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EM5VTD6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bondhus...MInYi5xpzU1wIVEJd-Ch1diQNSEAQYBCABEgLBzPD_BwE

I have these and they are nice, you can pivot the end and use the same as a L shaped key or you can use a wrench on them if you need more torque
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[Jacobson]

I ran into a similar situation a while ago and picked up a set of these:

Enkay 3036-C Tamper Proof Bit Set, Carded, 10-Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002T5O5LO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

They are pretty low profile, long, and very nice quality. Use them with a ratcheting, driver handle, stubby handle or however you see fit.

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Used these again. Very handy.
I used a 1/4" socket to turn them with a ratchet.

 

[matt_i]

I happened to buy some XL 1/4" hex shank T15, T25 and T30 drivers for use on GRK torx-drive wood screws when building the shop. I got them at PTS = Production Tool Supply as individual bits and they are Wiha branded so I feel certain they are also available elsewhere.

At one time I had the 2", 4" and 6" of each and they all proved very helpful at different times.

 

[MattT]

I don't want "L" shaped keys since I might not be able to get torque to break the bolt loose.

That's why I've got cheater pipes down to 1/8" Hooking the box end of a combo wrench on the key also works if you don't have a pipe.

 

[HenryAZ]

I don't want "L" shaped keys since I might not be able to get torque to break the bolt loose.

I have used long "L" keys with a 1/4" or 3/8" pipe ****** on the short end for a cheater bar. It works very well providing torque.

 

[freudianfloyd]

Since I have begun working on chainsaws more and more, I have discovered how necessary extra long Torx bits (Stihl - T27) and Extra Long Allen (Husqvarna 4mm - 5mm) really are. I need to order a set, as I have been borrowing the ones from work for the past few weeks. Luckily I only need a couple different sizes for the most part.

 

[Jacobson]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T5O5LO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

These came in handy again this week.

 

[mrjaw14]

I advise getting ones where the shanks are sized for the bit size rather than they all being 1/4” hex down to the tip. I’ve had issues with recessed screws where the recess wouldn’t allow the hex shank to fit. Compare these two styles

 

[orangeblood]

I have these and they are nice, you can pivot the end and use the same as a L shaped key or you can use a wrench on them if you need more torque
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+1 i have these as well and they are very handy

they periodically go on sale at detroit metal working supply

https://detroitmetalworkingsupply.com/?s=hexpro&search_id=product&post_type=product

 

[Jacobson]

I advise getting ones where the shanks are sized for the bit size rather than they all being 1/4” hex down to the tip. I’ve had issues with recessed screws where the recess wouldn’t allow the hex shank to fit. Compare these two styles

I don't understand what you're trying to say.
I actually have these kind
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T5O5LO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Jacobson]

+1 i have these as well and they are very handy
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Seems like a waste to have 12 different handles.
That's what sockets are for

 

[mrjaw14]

I don't understand what you're trying to say.
I actually have these kind
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T5O5LO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

look at the two pictures I posted. Of them the shank is circular like a screwdriver. The other picture the bits are 1/4" hex all the way until the tip of the bit. I've had smaller screws where the head isn't very big are recessed and the long bits that are 1/4" hex all the way down don't work in the recess. make sense?

Edit: The ones in your link are the kind I am advocating.