OT: Where to get hollow tipped Torx T-25 screwdriver? Options

[smontanaro]

I wanted to transfer the Thule load bars from my Volvo to our new Jetta Sportwagen TDI. I had no idea how the bars were connected to the Volvo, so the last time I had it to the mechanic I had him remove them. Turns out they were hollow tipped Torx T-25 screws. I can't find such a screwdriver. I can get bits, but the nut drivers aren't long enough. Talking to the local hardware store guy, he said they are expressly designed this way - theft deterrent I guess.

I don't want to take the car to a mechanic every time I want to install or remove my load bars. Where can I find an actual hollow tipped Torx T-25 screwdriver with perhaps a 4-inch to 6-inch shaft? Local to me (Chicago area) would be fine, but online/mail order works too.

Thanks,

Skip Montanaro

[Gint]

Griot's Garage sells a complete set of Torx and other bits that include the security torx bits. Pretty pricey, but the one you need is in there.

I just stripped a bunch of drives form several different arrays a couple of weeks ago. One of the brands (didn't pay attention to which one) used those same bits. We have the them in the data center at work, but I'm not sure where the guys in Ops get them. I think you almost have to buy them in a set unless you go someplace like snap-on. One of my cowrokers has a handled driver in that size. I think that was a snap-on.

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