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Old 10-31-2005, 02:41 PM
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Default Anyone have any tips on how to get the torx screws removed. . .
that hold in the instrument cluster? I've pretty close to stripped them because they've been torqued in so tight.
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Default 1/4" ratchet, extension and T20 torx socket
Works for me every time I can't get the power with a screwdriver.
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i yanked mine right out w ith just a normal screw driver t hat looked like a star, is that 'torx?
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Most of the time the screwdriver works, but when its been tightened too much and extra leverage is needed, a ratchet is handy to have.
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Default NP man....FWIW
A 1/4" rathchet set with torx drivers is VERY handy when working on pretty much any Audi. The extensive use of 8mm head bolts on the interior is a sign of that. I have from T10 to T25 in 1/4" bit sockets from Snap-On, as well as a mini screwdriver and pick set from Snap-On that is very, very handy to have.
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Yeah, I'm going to pick up something like that tomorrow.
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Funny, I didnt have a problem when I installed my REMOTE STARTER!!
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Just anytime someone mentions remote start, you feel the need to knock them down, cheif
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