[Shop-talk] What's the deal with impact torx sockets?

[Jim Franklin]

While I've never seen an impact Torx set, I still have the dent in my forehead from the floor jack handle I was using as leverage on a Torx bolt...  I don't remember what broke, or much else from that day :-)

jim

> On May 30, 2021, at 7:17 AM, eric at megageek.com wrote:
> 
> OK, first, WHY DO THEY USE TORX IN HIGH TORQUE APPLICATIONS? 
> 
> These are the WORST fasteners I have ever used. (less flat blade screwdrivers.) 
> 
> Then, if they are going to use them, why can't they make a Torx impact socket set that doesn't twist and brake the first time you use it? 
> 
> OK, with that off my chest... 
> 
> What is the THE BRAND/SET of torx impact sockets that I can rely on?  At this point, price isn't really an issue.  I just want a set that I can use in an impact gun and remove a bolt without breaking every time.  I would want a complete set of sizes, but it seems that I always break the T40 first (it seems to be the most common size.) 
> 
> FWIW, my first real injury while turning wrenches was with a Torx over 25 years ago.  I was trying to remove a brake component off of a Lumina and the bit broke, and the wrench chipped my tooth. 
> 
> TO THIS DAY, whenever I have to reach for a torx socket, I still taste that broken tooth!  And, I have not found a set of torx that are worth a darn. 
> 
> So, please help me.  What set do I need? 
> 
> Thanks. 
> 
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