I think that would be the external model that I need. Now I have to find a
local source.
Thank you
Francois
Minnesota
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tothwolf" <tothwolf_at_concentric.net>
To: <cctalk_at_classiccmp.org>
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2003 10:30 PM
Subject: Re: Tamper proof tools
> On Mon, 27 Jan 2003, Sue & Francois wrote:
>
> > Thank you for the answer,
> > I have that set and unfortunately there is no bit that fits those weird
> > screws. It looks like a hex nut driver would work on those star shaped
> > screws but I can't find my set at the moment. I'm still looking for the
> > proper tool though
>
> I believe what you are looking for is called an 'External linehead' bit.
> Linehead fasteners, are extremely popular in Japan, but US made and
> imported tools are available. There are several varieties and sizes, such
> as internal and external line head. The external type seems to be the type
> most commonly used for video game type items. Jensen tools stocks several
> varieties of the linehead type bits.
>
> They can be found here:
> http://www.jensentools.com/product/group.asp?parent_id=53600
>
> Google turned up photos of various bits here:
> http://www.e-sci.com/jensen/1/26/170/4301.html
>
> In general, those bits will be a bit pricey, since they are specialty bits
> and are usually imported.
>
> -Toth
Received on Tue Jan 28 2003 - 05:55:01 GMT