T70 Torx socket

[y_p_w]

OK-

Before I go out and get the following part, can anyone verify that a
T70 Torx socket fits the Torx head drain bolt on a 2004 WRX manual
transmission? It's been verified here that the T70 works for the
front diff plug on 2004 front diffs (automatic tranny).

<http://www.toolsource.com/ost1/prod...900&mscssid=SEFW19LXC0TH2GDU00J74FSANRGQ4TUA>

The manufacturer (Stahlwille) seems to be German.

 

[TomTom]

For torx bolts, this is the best way to get the right one.

#1, get some silly putty or play-doh (or other clay-like material)

#2, push a blob of it into the torx bolt to make an impression of the bolt

#3, go to an auto parts or tool store & buy the torx bit that is the same
size as your impression & fits your standard 3/8" ratchet.

#4, start wrenching!

Done!

-T

 

[y_p_w]

They are so cheap, buy a set of all the sizes for goodness sakes

The sets I've seen stop at T60.

 

[y_p_w]

For torx bolts, this is the best way to get the right one.

#1, get some silly putty or play-doh (or other clay-like material)

#2, push a blob of it into the torx bolt to make an impression of the bolt

#3, go to an auto parts or tool store & buy the torx bit that is the same
size as your impression & fits your standard 3/8" ratchet.

#4, start wrenching!

Done!

However - if it's a T70 (as I hear the front diff plug on 2004
automatics is) then I haven't seen a tool shop, hardware store,
or auto parts store that carries this bit. I've only seen two
US-based internet tool stores that have this part, and one has
it in a 100+ piece set that I don't need. The others I've seen
are based in England or New Zealand.

I've tried Sears, Home Depot, parts stores, tool stores, and
tracked down a Snap-On Tool truck. They don't even have a T70
socket in their catalog. I'm thinking it's only going to be a
matter a time before I can find this part in my local Sears for
$10, but I can't find it now.

 

[No Way]

OK-

Before I go out and get the following part, can anyone verify that a
T70 Torx socket fits the Torx head drain bolt on a 2004 WRX manual
transmission? It's been verified here that the T70 works for the
front diff plug on 2004 front diffs (automatic tranny

They are so cheap, buy a set of all the sizes for goodness sakes
€

 

[David & Caroline]

The T70 is hard to find - I picked up a set of torx stuff on eBay a while
back which goes through T70 for internal and E20 for external torx - they
are hard to find individually - if you search on google, there are a bunch
of vendors which have them, usually as part of a set - I found one for $30
or so while looking around - lots of UK vendors - maybe one of them will
ship?

 

[y_p_w]

The T70 is hard to find - I picked up a set of torx stuff on eBay a while
back which goes through T70 for internal and E20 for external torx - they
are hard to find individually - if you search on google, there are a bunch
of vendors which have them, usually as part of a set - I found one for $30
or so while looking around - lots of UK vendors - maybe one of them will
ship?

The one I found was $21.95, and shipping started at $6.95. I'm thinking
maybe I can find other tools I need/want and have them shipped in the
same order.

 

[Ken Gilbert]

OK-

Before I go out and get the following part, can anyone verify that a
T70 Torx socket fits the Torx head drain bolt on a 2004 WRX manual
transmission? It's been verified here that the T70 works for the
front diff plug on 2004 front diffs (automatic tranny).

<http://www.toolsource.com/ost1/prod...900&mscssid=SEFW19LXC0TH2GDU00J74FSANRGQ4TUA>

The manufacturer (Stahlwille) seems to be German.

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/sh...eadid=9&highlight=changing+transmission+fluid

i don't see any torx heads on my car with the 5mt??

ken

 

[y_p_w]

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/sh...eadid=9&highlight=changing+transmission+fluid

i don't see any torx heads on my car with the 5mt??

This seems to be something Subaru sprung on unsuspecting owners of
2004 model year cars. I hear it's for the front diff plug on
automatics, and I know it's on the manual tranny drain bolt for my
2004 WRX. I posted this picture in another thread:

<http://home.earthlink.net/~calvbfan/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/transmission_plug.jpg>

I just got a response from Lisle Corp about whether they had one
or were planning on making one:

"We were not aware that T70 torx fasteners were being used. At this
time
we have no plans to make a T70 torx bit socket. Thanks you for
contacting Lisle Corporation.


Sincerely,
Lisle Corporation"

I dug around, and it seems that some British auto makers have used
the T70. T80, T90, and T100 Torx bits are also available in England.
I think I'll just get that one I found - and maybe a clicker-type
torque wrench on top of that to justify the shipping costs.

 

[Paul Pedersen]

y_p_w writes :

I dug around, and it seems that some British auto makers have used
the T70. T80, T90, and T100 Torx bits are also available in England.
I think I'll just get that one I found - and maybe a clicker-type
torque wrench on top of that to justify the shipping costs.

You won't need the torque wrench, nobody know the value
for the drain plug.

 

[y_p_w]

y_p_w writes :




You won't need the torque wrench, nobody know the value
for the drain plug.

I thought I saw a value on a thread in Scoobymods for the 2002.
Should be the same value I'd think.

However - I want a clicker torque wrench anyways.

 

[y_p_w]

I thought I saw a value on a thread in Scoobymods for the 2002.
Should be the same value I'd think.

Ok - it said 32.5 ft-lbs or 44 N-m. I really don't think they
changed anything except the bolt head from a 6-pt to Torx.

 

[Ken Gilbert]

Ok - it said 32.5 ft-lbs or 44 N-m. I really don't think they
changed anything except the bolt head from a 6-pt to Torx.

wow, that sucks.

if the threads/dimentions are the same then go to the dealer and buy a
replacement with a "normal" head.

see also:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=505576&highlight=transmission+drain+bolt

hope it works out for you.

ken

 

[Ken Gilbert]

Ok - it said 32.5 ft-lbs or 44 N-m. I really don't think they
changed anything except the bolt head from a 6-pt to Torx.

found a few more links of interest:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=498902
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=483189
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=479041

hth
ken

 

[y_p_w]

wow, that sucks.

if the threads/dimentions are the same then go to the dealer and buy a
replacement with a "normal" head.

see also:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=505576&highlight=transmission+drain+bolt

hope it works out for you.

Thanks. I'll check it out later.

Still - I'd have to find someone with a T70 socket (a dealer service
dept?). I was in to get an armrest extension installed this morning,
and noticed my dealer charged a whopping $130 for transmission
service (although it could be the auto). A new 6-pt magnetic drain
bolt is probably $10-20. I think in the long run, it might just be
a better idea to get the Torx socket (and not lose it).

I've actually got 4 quarts of Redline 75W90NS sitting in my garage.
I figure the first oil change at 3K miles is as good a time as
any to switch over.

 

[David & Caroline]

service (although it could be the auto). A new 6-pt magnetic drain
bolt is probably $10-20. I think in the long run, it might just be
a better idea to get the Torx socket (and not lose it).

Part no. is 32103AA012 and it lists for $10.57

I have no idea if the threads are the same or not, though. I would consider
asking the dealer about the t70 bit, too - it's probably down as a subaru
special tool or something like that - maybe it's not too expensive...

 

[ricardox]

Were you able to get the socket? Did it work out okay?

 

[y_p_w]

Were you able to get the socket? Did it work out okay?

Not yet. I was thinking of doing it at 3K miles, and I'm
about halfway there. Maybe I'll order it this week.