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Jun 9, 2010 | 08:49 PM

#11

obonaven

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From: Gloucester County, Southern NJ

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldgeezer

You can also take a Dremel and grind a slot across the head then use a large slotted screwdriver to remove the bolt.

Worked for me last weekend when changing my fluids

Jun 9, 2010 | 08:52 PM

#12

stro1965

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From: Bellevue, NE

I had to drill one off recently, just took a minute and the remaining part spun right out.

Jun 9, 2010 | 10:50 PM

#13

davessworks

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From: Woodinville, WA

drill baby drill

Jun 9, 2010 | 11:11 PM

#14

CarbideDude

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From: Helena, AL

And if all that fails, buy a new primary cover.

Jun 9, 2010 | 11:15 PM

#15

Craig4711a

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From: Whittier, Ca

+1 on dremmel tool slotting the head and use a bladed screwdriver. Worked on 3 of the torx screws I over-tightened. I also learned to use anti-sieze on the heads and threads, and always torque to specs. Good luck, been there done that.... it isn't fun.

Jun 10, 2010 | 06:11 PM

#16

bennenrkc

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I went out and bought a left hand drill bit set. Started it and it came right out didn't even damage the threads. Thanks for all of the tips. It was just a really frustrating experience. second question where do you find replacement torx heads? I looked in 2 hardware stores and they dont carry torx or a washer of that size? I know it is 1/4-3/4 stainless steel, just can't find one.