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

[VaccaRabite]

Just about any electronic store will have the bits and nearly every length of driver imaginable to turn them with. Usually its just the bits that are hard to find. You can usually find longer hand held bit drivers at Lowes, Home Depot, harbor freight or True Value. The bits are the security part, not the driver length. I have an 8 inch driver in my car toolbox, and a six inch bit driver in my tool box at home. Both were sourced from regular hardware stores listed above.

Zach