E30 - Tool To Remove Bumpers

[Shady 0]

Can somebody tell me what size Allen Key I need to remove the bolts in my front & rear bumpers in my '88 F/L E30? I need to know the size, so I can go buy one from Repco or SCA - or whoever.

Thanks

Malcolm

[Guest FrantiC]

T55 torx socket.

Repco.

[Shady 0]

So I just need to state that when I go in? Sweet. Any ideas what they charge for it?

[Guest FrantiC]

Go find it in the tools, sold as a separate socket. It's like $12.

[APT 189]

Repco $18

[Shady 0]

Sweeet thanks guys. Will go have a look tomorrow.

[bravo 35]

Some use Torx others use Allen. Is yours a hexagonal hole, or star-shaped?

If star shaped - you'll need the Torx socket. If hexagonal you'll need the allen one. Pretty sure it's a 12mm Allen, but don't quote me on that.

[brockie123 31]

yup 12mm key.

[Shady 0]

I think the one on my car is allen, but the mount I am replacing it with is star shaped.

Im sure my mate used an allen key ages ago on it, but I just cant remember what size it was.

Might just buy one of each...always good to have at least one of everything needed

[BenEvans 0]

I know i shouldn't of but i used the 12mm Allen for the torx socket before i realized it was different and it worked perfectly.

[DRTDVL 0]

You can buy a torx set like you can an allen key set from repco or supercheap for something like $25 i can't remember but i think the BMW seats are also held in with Torx screws also...

I know MLM used my Torx socket set for something to do with his seats/engine...