KTM-EXC Posted August 15, 2007 Share Posted August 15, 2007 I'm trying to figure out what kind of bolt head this is on my Advan wheels, I'v never seen it before and need to find a socket to remove the rest of them. any help would be apreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark Posted August 15, 2007 Share Posted August 15, 2007 Reverse torx. You may be able to find a torx bolt head that will fit that bolt and use it to remove them. See here. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TORX-for-Land-Rover-Discovery-TD5-Freelander-HSE-Range_W0QQitemZ270153624696QQcmdZViewItem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KTM-EXC Posted August 15, 2007 Author Share Posted August 15, 2007 I think that may be exactly it. After I finally get them all out what would be best to replace them with? I certainly dont want to use those again. Would Allen head bolts work well thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark Posted August 15, 2007 Share Posted August 15, 2007 Are these 3 piece wheels? If so, I would use what the manufacturer reccomends. If these hold the shell to the center section or hold the halfs together, you don't want to use cheap hardware. Buy the tool. You will be glad you did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KTM-EXC Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 These are two peice wheels, they dont affect holding air but they just hold the center to the out part of the rim. I bought a Torx socket that works. Its not a perfect fit but its extremely close. I think its actually some other type of fastener they may not be used in this country? I plan on using the best hardware I can but I will definately need new washers and nuts. The main reason Im taking them out is because the nuts/washer are so coroded seeing as there not stainless. What kind of coating should be used on the new nuts I buy. I remember somone saying something about not using stainless washers on aluminum because when they are mixed they corode very quickly? I want something that will never rust again. The bolt itself is stainless so they could probably be used again. thanks for the help rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80LS1T Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Its a reverse torx but if you dont buy a shallow reverse torx it will slip very easy. If you shave off the end of the socket so that it is flush with where the torx part begins in the socket it will fit a lot better. I had that same problem with the altima's at work, they use those for the flexplate to crankshaft bolts! I cut my $20 snap on socket down flush and it works 100% better now. Guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WizardBlack Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 The best? Hmm... since they are unsprung rotational mass how about these: http://www.racebolts.com/Titanium-Hex-Flange-Bolts-M5-C11.aspx Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KTM-EXC Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 LT1.. I had already ground down the socket and luckily mine only cost $4:) Wizard.. Maybe I shouldnt say Im looking for the best, but the most cost effective that wont rust. At over $5 a bolt I couldnt afford that since I need 120!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 You want a metric grade 12.9 socket head capscrew. Try Bolt Depot: http://www.boltdepot.com/dimension.aspx?cc=25&cs=81&cm=23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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