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Old 11-27-2017, 11:24 AM
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Torx Bolt Size?

I have a 88 Iroc convertible and I'm trying to figure out what the size of that big torx bolt that holds the seat belt mount to the floor.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

Ftx50 Or could be a ftx500

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Snap on makes the ftx50

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Buy the set, you're going to need enough of them that it's cheaper to just buy the complete set.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

T-50

I bought a set of Sears Craftsman for my seat belt reciever search.
Less than $20 bucks.

I figured lifetime guarantee (at the time) and figured if I snapped
one I would get a free replacement.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

T47 will fit as well.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

I don't normally buy tools at Autozone but their 3/8 socket Torx bits work really well. Far less slipping/stripping than what I experience with Craftsman.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

When you're working with torx (especially those seatbelt ones) bolts be sure the inside of the torx head is clean, put the socket on and give it a tap or two with a hammer.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

And the torque spec is 31 lb-ft, not nearly as tight as you might think. I remember putting a lot of muscle into it when I was young and stupid. Now I actually pay attention to torque specs.
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Tryin' to remove them in these snowland rustbuckets and u can
snap a t-50 bit like nothin'!

Been there and done that!
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

Originally Posted by sonjaab
Tryin' to remove them in these snowland rustbuckets and u can
snap a t-50 bit like nothin'!

Been there and done that!
That's because it is T-47.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

nope !
I've taken out plenty from 76 to 94 GMs always been a 50.
thats whats in my 84.
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Re: Torx Bolt Size?

T-47.




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