The Easter Egg I don't want ! Stripped seat bolt

[SargeDiesel]

FWIW, this is the kit I ordered for my Jeep.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KG1TLFQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

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[SargeDiesel]

Thanks

Nice kit

 

[Rahkmalla]

I was using a regular socket also, worked for all but that one.

I have a feeling the above sentence is tied to the below sentence

Turns out... It was stripped out/damaged from the factory.

Not judging, i did the same thing not knowing etorx was a thing. if it makes you feel better new seat bolts from the dealer are cheap as shit (you're welcome to ask me how i know, but you've probably already assumed correctly).
Anyway, i now own etorx bits

 

[SargeDiesel]

I have a feeling the above sentence is tied to the below sentence

Not judging, i did the same thing not knowing etorx was a thing. if it makes you feel better new seat bolts from the dealer are cheap as shit (you're welcome to ask me how i know, but you've probably already assumed correctly).
Anyway, i now own etorx bits

Nah... it was already that way. The first one near the door, came off easily. As soon as I applied any pressure to the second one(damaged one) the socket immediately slipped. Many others have taken them off with the 3/8"... without issue.
BUT , you are correct, the right tool for the right job is definitely preferred. I knew the male was a star/torx, but I didn't know the name for the female (etorx)... but now I do.

I have the set @Jefe1018 recommended on order.

I will be replacing the bolts with an allen head. Doing a DIY seat jacker.

 

[kevman65]

If I weren't 8 hours from Trussville I'd lend you my set.

 

[SargeDiesel]

If I weren't 8 hours from Trussville I'd lend you my set.

Now that's a buddy !

I appreciate it. This gives me a reason to buy more tools... I have a set of standard star/torx bits but not an etorx socket set... adding to the collection... lol

 

[kevman65]

Now that's a buddy !

I appreciate it. This gives me a reason to buy more tools... I have a set of standard star/torx bits but not an etorx socket set... adding to the collection... lol

You'll find they won't get dirty. The case will get dusty.

 

[SargeDiesel]

You'll find they won't get dirty. The case will get dusty.

I know, right. Same with my nutsert kit and several other... one off purchases. But when you need it, no better feeling than having it... old wisdom teaches the right tool for the right job, but that can get expensive...?

 

[kevman65]

I know, right. Same with my nutsert kit and several other... one off purchases. But when you need it, no better feeling than having it... old wisdom teaches the right tool for the right job, but that can get expensive...?

But then you have to find where you stored it to make room in the toolbox.

Ahhh the things we have to deal with.

 

[Jefe1018]

Nah... it was already that way. The first one near the door, came off easily. As soon as I applied any pressure to the second one(damaged one) the socket immediately slipped. Many others have taken them off with the 3/8"... without issue.
BUT , you are correct, the right tool for the right job is definitely preferred. I knew the male was a star/torx, but I didn't know the name for the female (etorx)... but now I do.

I have the set @Jefe1018 recommended on order.

I will be replacing the bolts with an allen head. Doing a DIY seat jacker.

Just be careful when you open it, there is no retention on the sockets and they will go flying everywhere.

 

[SargeDiesel]

Just be careful when you open it, there is no retention on the sockets and they will go flying everywhere.

10-4

 

[SargeDiesel]

But then you have to find where you stored it to make room in the toolbox.

Ahhh the things we have to deal with.

Yes, my senior moments are becoming more and more frequent ?

 

[Lost1wing]

My son informed me that Tesla has special hardware, 5 lobe star head bolts. He was even fooled the first time he came upon one. He also mentioned to me of another alternative the people don't consider. That is the difference between torx and torx plus. That you may find interesting for your bolt.

 

[Lunentucker]

I bought this little set to do mine.
If you have a Harbor Freight nearby you can get one tomorrow.
E 12 is the correct one.
https://www.harborfreight.com/38-in-drive-e-socket-set-6-piece-68016.html

 

[Tommyd]

Cut a line with a dremel and get a punch in there and turn while you smack with a hammer

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