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Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Fri 27 Jul, 2018 08:00
by johnwayne
Anyone have the tool for securing the 2 x screws at the front of hardtop ?
Also the rear window demist blanking plate cover.

Cheers

Re: Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Fri 27 Jul, 2018 12:25
by Gazza
I use a normal hex fitting in a screwdriver

Re: Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Fri 27 Jul, 2018 13:50
by mrscalex
I wouldn’t worry about getting the proper tool. I assume mine is OEM but it’s only a red T hex tool. I don’t even think it’s branded BMW.

The screws are the special item because of their rubber retaining band. They are £15 ea I think!

Re: Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Sat 28 Jul, 2018 10:17
by johnwayne
Thanks, seems like the simplest solution

Would still like the blanking plate for the HRW switch if anyone has one

Cheers

Re: Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Tue 31 Jul, 2018 11:09
by siwilson
The BMW tool is a T40 Torx and is made by WIHA. The Wiha part number used to be 36404020001341. Not sure if this still works. When I bought mine it was about a tenner.

Re: Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Tue 31 Jul, 2018 13:46
by pingu
I bought a complete set of security Torx keys from Halfords for £9.99. It looks like the Halfords set is £18 now, but there is a set in B&Q for £8 (B&Q Link)

The T40 that you need is part of the set

Re: Hardtop tool(for securing screws at front of Hardtop)

Posted: Tue 31 Jul, 2018 15:06
by johnwayne
Brilliant-all sorted.
As usual some great help and information

Thanks guys