Security Torx / Tamper-Resistant Torx - Last time you needed one?

[Marc Benjamin]

When's the last time you guys used one?

I'm stocked up on the regular Torx (bits and actual pro/SK handled ones) and am now wondering if I should pick up a Tamper resistant bit set now or when I come across one. Home user.


I can coupon this down to $19 with free shipping at Sears.com

Would you?

 

[BeachBoy]

You never have too many tools...

And the one time you'll need them you'll regret not having 'em

 

[Buckgnarly]

MAF sensor on my Ranger.

 

[JBradley500]

MAF sensor on my Ranger.

Aside from a job building transit cars, MAF has to be the most common area that comes to mind.

 

[Marc Benjamin]

Lol, why do MAF's have those anyway, heck, more people are stealing CAT's than MAF's right? lol

 

[GuyllFyre]

I've needed them at least once a month depending on what I'm working on.
Last time I used one was I needed a T50 to remove the airbag on a 2005 Chevy Aveo in order to replace the broken clock spring. That was March 18th.

 

[Aerogt01]

I wouldn't hesitate. When you need it, you'll be glad you already have it.

 

[Fordman7795]

Last time i needed it was taking apart a microwave

 

[G1GRANDEUR]

depends on what type of vehicle you work on.

for $20 why not, you might not use it almost never as a home owner.

they are mostly used on sensitive parts.

 

[Gotcha640]

You can get a set even cheaper at the auto parts store. About 10 small torx, 6 split standard, 4 offset Phillips, and a couple others in a yellow rubber case was under $12 near me (Houston TX). I'm the only one in my family with them, and they get called for a couple times a month.

 

[Marc Benjamin]

they are mostly used on sensitive parts.

That's what she said.

 

[Gotcha640]

Forgot to add, in addition to the security screws, I use these extensively on non security screws. The small sizes aren't going to see enough torque to worry about the pin hole.

 

[turbowoodworker]

Just saw tamperproofs on my Kubota diesel.

 

[KCarGuy]

All the Time at work.

 

[shanny19]

I need them (and other security bits) frequently to remove the stops, thereby enabling my motel room window to open more than a crack. I spend 100 nights a year on the road, and couldn't live without my little brick of security bits.

 

[toplessHO]

FPR too
thats speak for Fuel Pressure Regulator

 

[383 240z]

Just used them today changing out the ignition switch on my buddies daughters TJ. Keith

 

[619DioFan]

Ignition switch on my dodge ram p/u. really glad I had them.

 

[Ign]

'92-96 Bronco fiberglass tops! ('cause of the CHMSL)

 

[Bill Bowman]

Just repaired a customers Lexus. License plate was fastened with them.

 

[Marc Benjamin]

Just repaired a customers Lexus. License plate was fastened with them.

Lol, I wonder if that's standard or somebody just got tired of losing their vanity plates and/or bedazzled plate frame.

 

[UserNameAttempt3]

I was removing something from my Jeep. Almost every torx is a tamper head... I hate them.

 

[nicksnothereman]

I have keys, I'm fine at that (I might have other stuff but I don't have tptorx sockets). They ain't fancy (great neck I think; red plastic folder) but for most jobs fine. Some of their junk is decent or was decent, maybe I just got lucky. If you're being cheap or are poor and don't encounter it at all get keys.

 

[bassbone52]

You find them on commercial restroom stall hardware. Door latches and such.

 

[Mike F]

I need one to take off the cover plate to access lug nuts on my wheels. Keep one in my car since shops don't often have them or if I need to change a flat.

 

[shockwave]

Changing maf sensor or hid bulbs but drivers used mostly I have used 5 point tamper proof torch plus on a lot of seat belts too