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Apr 19, 2018 | 07:48 AM

#11

nevets61

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In my humble opinion allens will strip before a torx will. Like nomadmax stated, the right bit (T27), antiseize, and torque is the cure all. Put a T25 in one and it'll strip if torqued too tight.

Apr 19, 2018 | 11:08 AM

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GOV5

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Quote:

Originally Posted by nevets61

In my humble opinion allens will strip before a torx will. Like nomadmax stated, the right bit (T27), antiseize, and torque is the cure all. Put a T25 in one and it'll strip if torqued too tight.

It's not the "going in" that concerns me. It's the "coming out".

Apr 19, 2018 | 11:56 AM

#13

Brewmany

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I've stayed with the factory Torx fasteners and have had no trouble with them. I use the correct (INCH POUNDS) torque, and do not use locktite (or anti seize for that matter).

I can see where using the wrong size (T25) might confuse a few since many torx bit sets don't include a T27. Less clear on what the confusion is on torque- are some people confusing foot pounds with inch pounds? If so, ouch....................

Apr 19, 2018 | 12:48 PM

#14

Sparkee...

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I use a torque wrench and blue thread locker, haven't had an issue yet.

Apr 19, 2018 | 10:18 PM

#15

Gwaxley

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From: Lafayette La

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Originally Posted by GOV5

I was thinking about chaNGING the screws/bolts on the Derby cover from Torx to Allen/Hex. I'm tired of stripping those heads on the Torx because a tech power tightened them! At one time I had the dimensions of the bolts but I have lost that info. Does anybody know the correct dimensions of the bolt?

Also, would you go stainless steel or chrome?

Lastly, where do you go to buy them?

1/4-20 X 5/8 u can find SS bolts at most any hard wear store

Apr 20, 2018 | 07:34 AM

#16

dh_meyer

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Originally Posted by dh_meyer

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I dont recall where I got them way back, but will check to see if I kept any packaging/receipt/etc.

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Found the packaging ...............

I bought mine from Colony.

And as others have said, 1/4 - 20 5/8" long (for my '99 RK)

Apr 26, 2018 | 01:07 PM

#17

smallwoodcd

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Albany County Fasteners....swapped 'em out for allen heads a long time ago...

Apr 28, 2018 | 07:40 AM

#18

68 XLCH

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From: East Coast

Changed them out with Chrome, cause i like chrome, use a quality T27, no loctite, no anti seize, just use the correct tool and snug them up.

I change all three oils at 3K, so the primary comes off, i just use a ratchet and pay attention when working with all of the fasteners on the bike.

Last edited by 68 XLCH; Apr 28, 2018 at 07:46 AM.