TORX Wrenches - LotusTalk

Nikki · 03-14-2008, 09:49 AM

I replaced the larger allen head tool in the Elise tool kit with a Snap-On T-handle T30 TORX wrench in order to bust my engine cover screws loose. Worked great. I want to replace the smaller allen head tool in the tool pouch with a Snap-One T-handle TORX. Appreciate any info on what T-size TORX for the smaller wrench?

Brian 111 · 03-14-2008, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Nikki

I replaced the larger allen head tool in the Elise tool kit with a Snap-On T-handle T30 TORX wrench in order to bust my engine cover screws loose. Worked great. I want to replace the smaller allen head tool in the tool pouch with a Snap-One T-handle TORX. Appreciate any info on what T-size TORX for the smaller wrench?

Just take it to the store and match it up.

Nikki · 03-14-2008, 10:33 AM

I'm ordering from Snap-On online since, sadly, I can't find a store nearby in this metro area of 4.5 million that stocks TORX.

xtn · 03-14-2008, 11:25 AM

Why don't you look for T-handled allen heads? Is there not such a thing?

Baysailor · 03-14-2008, 11:43 AM

Yep, Torx T30 for the engine cover and T40 for the hardtop fasteners. The two hex keys in the stock tool pouch are 3 mm and 4 mm.

I bought a small Husky ratcheting screwdriver with bits at Sears that works great and I carry in my "car kit". You can carry an assortment of bits in the handle. I carry several Torx bits, flathead, phillips and hex bits. I also have a 1/4" drive bit that allows me to use 1/4" sockets (diffuser, etc.). I carry a small assortment of sockets in appropriate sizes for the Lotus. The handle pivots up to 90 degrees too.

It all makes for a very compact assortment.

I love it for the hardtop... I can get it off in about 1.5 minutes and back on in about 2 minutes (less if I hurry).

Nikki · 03-14-2008, 01:29 PM

I used the T30 on my hardtop fasteners and it fit prefectly.

Baysailor · 03-14-2008, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Nikki

I used the T30 on my hardtop fasteners and it fit prefectly.

Ohhhh.... you are one of those!

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A few cars (early '05 I suspect) came with T30 hardtop bolts:
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...65&postcount=8
Easy hard top removal

But the majority of the hardtops use T40 hardtop bolts:
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...19&postcount=3
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...70&postcount=5
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...9&postcount=16
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...2&postcount=17
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...05&postcount=2
http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/show...9&postcount=23

sleeprfocus · 03-17-2008, 08:51 AM

I just bought the Husky ratchet screwdriver set, and wow, it works wonderfully with the HT removal.

Baysailor · 03-17-2008, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by sleeprfocus

I just bought the Husky ratchet screwdriver set, and wow, it works wonderfully with the HT removal.

Yep, I have enjoyed mine! If it is the same one as mine, there is a foam plug at the bottom of the compartment in the handle. If you remove this plug and take the bits out of their holder (store them loose in the handle), you can store a bunch of extra bits in there. As I said in my post above, I carry several Torx bits, flathead, phillips, hex bits and a 1/4" drive bit all inside the handle (only the sizes needed for the Lotus). I also carry needed metric sized 1/4" sockets in a little pouch. I think I could just about disassemble the entire car with this little tool kit!

03-14-2008, 09:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
Nikki Nikki Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 259	TORX Wrenches I replaced the larger allen head tool in the Elise tool kit with a Snap-On T-handle T30 TORX wrench in order to bust my engine cover screws loose. Worked great. I want to replace the smaller allen head tool in the tool pouch with a Snap-One T-handle TORX. Appreciate any info on what T-size TORX for the smaller wrench?

03-14-2008, 11:25 AM	#4 (permalink)
xtn McLareghini Bugatterrari Join Date: May 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 6,863	Why don't you look for T-handled allen heads? Is there not such a thing? __________________ 2006 McLareghini Bugatterrari, Storm Titanium... <mods> installed: air horn, Scroth 4-point ASM harnesses, Sector111 halon extinguisher and mounting bracket, Von Hep exhaust and rear panel delete, Pagid brake pads, red Volks CE28n wheels, Toyo RA-1 tires, Nitron SA coilovers, Sector111 (WorksBell) quick-disconnect steering wheel kit. awaiting installation: Scroth "pull-up" lap belts, Sector111 RTD Brace, Tony's heater bypass mod, and dropped steering rack mounting plates. </mods>

03-14-2008, 11:43 AM	#5 (permalink)
Baysailor Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 1,231	Yep, Torx T30 for the engine cover and T40 for the hardtop fasteners. The two hex keys in the stock tool pouch are 3 mm and 4 mm. I bought a small Husky ratcheting screwdriver with bits at Sears that works great and I carry in my "car kit". You can carry an assortment of bits in the handle. I carry several Torx bits, flathead, phillips and hex bits. I also have a 1/4" drive bit that allows me to use 1/4" sockets (diffuser, etc.). I carry a small assortment of sockets in appropriate sizes for the Lotus. The handle pivots up to 90 degrees too. It all makes for a very compact assortment. I love it for the hardtop... I can get it off in about 1.5 minutes and back on in about 2 minutes (less if I hurry). __________________ 2006 Lotus Elise - Solar Yellow, HT, LSS, LSD/TC, Touring, StarShield, S111 RTDbrace, S111 microMirror, S111 Carpet Buttons, Painted A/C Surround, CF Center Console, Nitron S/A, Tempest BAB26-12 AGM Battery, Fujita Intake, Top Speed Pro 1 Exhaust, 4Tress Harness Bar, 6000k 35w HID kit, Moroso Oil Pan, Plinthless front clam, Team Dynamics Pro Race 1.2 Wheels w/ RE01-R's for street use, Heater Core By-Pass, Shifter Reinforcement, LETSLA v2 Shift Kit Last edited by Baysailor : 03-14-2008 at 11:49 AM.

03-14-2008, 01:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
Nikki Nikki Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 259	I used the T30 on my hardtop fasteners and it fit prefectly. Last edited by Nikki : 03-14-2008 at 01:40 PM.

03-17-2008, 08:51 AM	#8 (permalink)
sleeprfocus Every Car is a Project Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 879	I just bought the Husky ratchet screwdriver set, and wow, it works wonderfully with the HT removal. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise (Jet Blue Metallic) - ForcedFed 340 2002 Ford Focus SVT (Pitch Black) - Powered by 4.6L of V8 goodness

03-14-2008, 10:33 AM	#3 (permalink)
Nikki Nikki Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 259	I'm ordering from Snap-On online since, sadly, I can't find a store nearby in this metro area of 4.5 million that stocks TORX.

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