Roof Panel Rachet
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From: Troy AL
Roof Panel Rachet
My newly acquired 95 is missing the roof panel rachet. Cost on Corvette America is $29.95 + $5 shipping. Seems a bit pricey to me.
Will a socket I buy at a local auto parts store work just as well? Does anyone know the size of the socket?
Will a socket I buy at a local auto parts store work just as well? Does anyone know the size of the socket?
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Torx T4O.
As you now own a Vette , you will need a set of Torx head sockets to do any engine work.
However easiest immediate option is to buy the set of Torx heads that fold up in a handy carrier.Allen keys come in a similar arrangement
Usually 10 or so that run up to T40.You will need the smaller ones for all the interior screws.Good investment from any hareware , tool or auto supply for less than the cost of a one use only item as you state.
As you now own a Vette , you will need a set of Torx head sockets to do any engine work.
However easiest immediate option is to buy the set of Torx heads that fold up in a handy carrier.Allen keys come in a similar arrangement
Usually 10 or so that run up to T40.You will need the smaller ones for all the interior screws.Good investment from any hareware , tool or auto supply for less than the cost of a one use only item as you state.
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From: St Louis MO
Originally Posted by dh1948
My newly acquired 95 is missing the roof panel rachet. Cost on Corvette America is $29.95 + $5 shipping. Seems a bit pricey to me.
Will a socket I buy at a local auto parts store work just as well? Does anyone know the size of the socket?
Will a socket I buy at a local auto parts store work just as well? Does anyone know the size of the socket?
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From: Clifton Park, NY ............Clearwater, FL ... 85 Original Owner
Originally Posted by dh1948
My newly acquired 95 is missing the roof panel rachet. Cost on Corvette America is $29.95 + $5 shipping. Seems a bit pricey to me.
Will a socket I buy at a local auto parts store work just as well? Does anyone know the size of the socket?
Will a socket I buy at a local auto parts store work just as well? Does anyone know the size of the socket?
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NAPA carries a 2" T40 bit that fits a 1/4" hex socket. Part #775-5967. Get a cheap 1/4" drive ratchet and you have your tool. The 2" NAPA bit also fits in any decent electric screwdriver end, so you can use electricity instead of doing a lot of hand wrenching.