tool question (NAC)

[Per Lindgren]

I dont think that the reson behind the post in the tamper-proof is to not
put a regular torx in there. I would assume it is rather to prevent
someone trying to unscrew the bolt with a regular flat-blade screwdriver.

PerL
92 Cabrio 2.3E (To be sold)


Phil Payne wrote:

> > Looking at mytoolstore.com, they have socket sets for Torx bits and
> > "Tamper-Proof" Torx bits.  What's the diff?
>
> 'Tamper proof' TORX screws have a post in the centre that stops you
> getting a TORX bit/key into them.  The appropriate bits/sockets have a
> hole in the centre and slip over the post.  Audi's latest drivetrain
> drain/fill plugs are anti-tamper.
>
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