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Jul 28, 2006 | 12:12 AM

joker # 9

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What tool is needed???

My buddy has an LT4 coupe and has never been able to take his targa top off.... He claims it needs a screwdriver style tool to get it off... I have yet to look at it... what is he needing?

Jul 28, 2006 | 12:25 AM

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T-40 Torx bit

Jul 28, 2006 | 12:27 AM

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T-40 Torx bit

An extra long T40 torx bit. S.K. makes one that's 3/8 drive. SO does Snap On.

Jul 28, 2006 | 12:35 AM

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An extra long T40 torx bit. S.K. makes one that's 3/8 drive. SO does Snap On.

Or a regular bit with an extension. This is a little easier to find. I use this all the time with one of those small lithium powered drivers. Works great, fits in the center console, and keeps it's charge pretty good.

Jul 28, 2006 | 07:12 AM

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My buddy has an LT4 coupe and has never been able to take his targa top off.... He claims it needs a screwdriver style tool to get it off... I have yet to look at it... what is he needing?

I have the original that came with my car. I however use a little cheapie B&D electric that I got for around $10. and a .35 torx bit that I got at Ace. They have worked well for me for over a year now.

Jul 28, 2006 | 08:14 AM

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My buddy has an LT4 coupe and has never been able to take his targa top off....

How long has he had the vette??

That would have been one of the first things I would be looking forward to! Driving my first/new vette with the top off!

Jul 28, 2006 | 08:26 AM

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Ecklers has a copy of the original wrench for $14.95.

Jul 28, 2006 | 08:59 AM

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Jul 28, 2006 | 09:03 AM

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Ecklers has a copy of the original wrench for $14.95.

While Eckler's is teh suck, you can find the same tool in the other Corvette Accessory catalog. About $15 and a good copy of the original tool. But any 1/4" drive ratchet, a 4" extension, and a 1/" socket with a T40 tip will work. Go to Harbor Freight and spend about $6.