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Grenadier Screw/Bolt head types & sizes

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I removed my sill protectors so I could have installed the new rock sliders. The black trim is held on by screws with a T30 head, plus some plastic lugs. The underlying brackets which the trim hangs from are attached using an
 

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I removed my sill protectors so I could have installed the new rock sliders. The black trim is held on by screws with a Torx T30 head, plus some plastic lugs. The underlying brackets which the trim hangs from are attached using a hex shaped nut (one metal one plastic). I used an M10 socket head to remote those.

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Overhead console bolts?

Anyone know what the bolts are that are used on the overhead console with the switches? THey seem to be some 4mm hex head with a really coarse thread to them.
 

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Overhead console bolts?

Anyone know what the bolts are that are used on the overhead console with the switches? THey seem to be some 4mm hex head with a really coarse thread to them.
I'm at work now so can't check , but you might find this sort of thing useful to have
 

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License plate light shroud fasteners are 2x T20 torx.
Hahaha I was just about to post that myself, having just finished the light shroud install 2 minutes ago.

EDIT: added to Table, the T15 also work taking the screws out. I used the T20 bit to put the new screws in after I read the instructions.
 
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And if you need longer screws #10 screw at 3/4" long works well. The original screw is metric but the #10 3/4 in black was easy to source in my hardware store.
 

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And if you need longer screws #10 screw at 3/4" long works well. The original screw is metric but the #10 3/4 in black was easy to source in my hardware store.
Longer screws came with the kit from Stu.

I added some Marine Goop on the screw threads as I screwed them back in. The screws stay in place, the Goop is easy to remove (if required) and it does not damage the fittings. Now the corrugations cannot loosen the screws.
 

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BACKGROUND
@DaBull and I have been having a discussion of Screw/bolt heads over in the Torque setting thread here. I started a new thread to focus on the various size and types of common screws/bolts used on the Grenadier. The Table will be updated over time.

There will be some variation between cars. I know earlier model Grenadiers had torx bolts along the door sill, my car has hex bolts.#

COMMON HEAD TYPES
A diagram of common heads (it shows no Torx Plus head).
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THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TORX AND TORX PLUS
The @DaBull supplied video link of the difference between a Torx head and Torx Plus (Torx+) head.
View: https://youtu.be/U27j1ZvaWeU

THE TABLE

LocationHead TypeTorque SettingComment
Door hinge bolt (exterior)Torx T50
Utility Belt boltsTorx T27
Bracket bolt on grab handleTorx Plus T25P
Lower door sill boltsTorx ?? or
Male Hex M10#
Roof Rack/BarsMostly female hex*VariousThe INEOS Fitting Guides for Accessories often have the various bolt types and torque settings. The head type is commonly a female hex,* on a M6 or M8 bolt.
CTECK 120S & 250SE – terminal screwsFemale hex, use 5mm Allen Key8 Nm/71More information in this thread.
CTECK 120S & 250SE, base mounting boltsM4 or ST4.2 screws/bolts2 Nm/18 lbMore information in this thread.
Oil filter cap32mm male hex#25NmMore information in this thread.
Oil sump plug??25NmMore information in this thread.
Busbar studsVariousVariousLook here.
Headlight surroundTorx T27??
Plastic trim bolts on both rear doorsTorx T27??All my bolts needed some tightening, but I did not overtighten them. However, on the INEOS Picnic Table they used Torx T25 bolt heads, not T27 – go figure!
INEOS Picnic Table boltsTorx T25??Torx T27 are used on the plastic trim behind the picnic table.
Bolts used on the front raised tie down points near the cargo barrierTorx T40??2-seater model only. The tie down points on top of the battery box close to the cargo barrier. All 4 of my bolts needed to be tightened (2 each side).
Bolts attaching the cargo barrier to the battery boxTorx T50??2-seater model only. The bolts that attach the 2-seater cargo barrier to the battery box.
Bolts used to secure L track in cargo areaTorx T50??Six bolts are used to secure L Track rails on the cargo area floor.
Anchor points in cargo areaTorx T45??Not sure where these came from as they were part of the drawer install.
Larger anchor bolts used in rear roof No 1Torx T40??Bolts removed as part of the rear roof shelf install. Look here.
Smaller anchor bolts used in rear roof No 2Torx T25??Bolts removed as part of the rear roof shelf install. Look here.
License plate light shroud screwsTorx 20??These lights illuminate the rear number plate. Thanks @parb
Bolts used in forward roof mounts, under the shroudsFemale hex, use 4mm Allen Key*??Look here.
Bolts along each side of the bonnet/hood adjacent to sealsTorx T30??View attachment 7856044
Bolts on the bonnet/hood U boltsTorx T30??View attachment 7856045
Airbox screwsPZ3 (Pozidriv 3)??Thanks to @Tinki and @Michael H
Battery compartment (5 seater)Torx T50??Thanks to @bakepl
Under door trimTorx T30 and M10 hex socket??View attachment 7859038
*Commonly loosen/tighten with an Allen key or hex bit. #Commonly loosen/tighten with a socket, spanner or wrench.

Methodology: I take a selection of Torx and Torx Plus bits and work out which fits the best. When there is uncertainty, I look closely at the shape of the screw/bolt head.
Great article - I have a Torx T30 corroding (when opening the door you can see it retaining the wing). Thought about replacing it - this thread has stimulated me. Guess it's a Torx T30 - will have to remove and check its length.

Used this company in the UK for SS before: https://www.westfieldfasteners.co.uk/Bolts-Screws-Metric/Torx-Cap-Screw-M6x6-T30-A2-Stainless.html
 

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Longer screws came with the kit from Stu.

I added some Marine Goop on the screw threads as I screwed them back in. The screws stay in place, the Goop is easy to remove (if required) and it does not damage the fittings. Now the corrugations cannot loosen the screws.
I 3D printed my own set. Maybe useful info for those who 3D print.
 
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Great article - I have a Torx T30 corroding (when opening the door you can see it retaining the wing). Thought about replacing it - this thread has stimulated me. Guess it's a Torx T30 - will have to remove and check its length.

Used this company in the UK for SS before: https://www.westfieldfasteners.co.uk/Bolts-Screws-Metric/Torx-Cap-Screw-M6x6-T30-A2-Stainless.html
Fastenal is a good one here in the states. https://fastenal.com/

FYI, the four rear receiver bolts are 16 x 1.5
 

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The middle plastic washer type nut in the first thread post indicating 'Under door trim' looks very similiar to those holding the inner guards onto the thread welded to the car body. Does anybody know what size and pitch it is? i think it is M5 but cant be sure.

Thanks for your efforts.

Cheers,
Mark
 

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Please add also length of bolt, if possible. This will help if new bolts are needed. Change of head type is not that critical in this situation.

Standard thread pitch should not be mentioned but any non-standard pitch should be mentioned. Also strength class if other than 8.8 (bolts) / 8 (nuts).
 

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Good grief, should I now carry a trailer/tool shed filled with all imaginable tools, just in case? But great work guys in deciphering all of these patterns. Excellent !!!
 
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