Sigh. Dammit.I hoping, and guessing not! But as far as other areas including the undershield or skid plate, etc, since we know 3 different sizes are used in the bed, might as well pick up a set with a good range of sizes like huunvubu did so that if the torx plus shows up anywhere else, you already have the bits/sockets on hand to prevent delays in completing your project or service.
I bought the same set last year and it's good quality. Besides the bed Ford uses the TP for seats, engine components etc. Torx Plus use not exclusive to Ford BTW.
I don't know. I prefer ones that fit on a 3/8" drive socket wrench. Those look like ones for a nut driver handle. Those tend to be tight and require good grip and leverage to remove.I Bought Mine on Amazon for 11.99 -
Protorq TORX PLUS IPR, Torx Plus 5-Point Tamper-Proof Security Bits
The tamper proof will do both regular and tamperproof as well
Any excuse to feed it huh? 🫣Sigh. Dammit.
Added to the list as well. I have a tool addiction
The Torx bolts were a problem with the Aerostar vans. If a headlight burned out the entire grill had to come off.After a quick search here, I did not notice any mention of this type of fastener nor it's "correct" bit, which I quickly learned is NOT the same as a regular Torx screw/bit, as applying a regular torx bit could strip your torx plus OEM fasteners/screws/bolts due to the bit's loose and improper fit. And the reason I've posted here is because you'll find three different sizes of this type securing your Maverick's tie-downs, D-rings for those equipped, and also that body-color painted rear panel in the inside of the tailgate.
From: https://mellowpine.com/blog/torx-vs-torx-plus/#:~:text=Drive Angle Difference&text=The drive angle for a,unsuitable for high-speed assemblies.
What is difference between Torx and Torx Plus?
Drive Angle Difference
The drive angle for a Torx fastener is 15 degrees, whereas for Torx Plus, it is 0 degrees. This helps Torx Plus eliminate the radial stress present at the point of contact between the driver and the recess in the screw head. The drive angle in Torx makes it unsuitable for high-speed assemblies.
So basically you'll need these or other brands' equivalent. The bits fit nice and snug. I believe the D-ring bolts are T-40, so you'll also have two sizes above this as well as a few sizes smaller than the tailgate screws - a nice range in the Lisle set. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0079GPZLW?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details .
Aaah!! The good old Aerostars. I owned 2-3 of those things great van, got decent mpg for the time and comfortable ride. Once drove 14 hours in one day and when I arrived at destination was still ready to go. Speaking of Torx+ anyone know what size I’ll need to put on a tailgate damper. Never plan on doing anything else that requires them.
So I took the time to post a set for 11.99 vs the OP's part which was 25.00 and I'm scummy ? Why would you even care ? That was the quickest way for me to get a link to the one I bought - FYI if 100 people bought a set that I posted ( which wont happen ) I might make $1.00 on that link - yeah I'm rollin in commissions.
Even his post link said for High speed application's, so even if you use a drill and have your torque settings light you should be ok
A little loose, but did you have any problems or strip them?
Those are 5-point, not 6I Bought Mine on Amazon for 11.99 -
Protorq TORX PLUS IPR, Torx Plus 5-Point Tamper-Proof Security Bits
The tamper proof will do both regular and tamperproof as well
Damn you are right about that - I thought I had used these when I took mine off for the bed coating ..... Deleting my message thanks
