Tamper proof license plate screws

MrToad · 03-29-2009, 09:02 PM

Help please.

I've been looking for some tamper proof screws like these http://www.brycefastener.com/keyrex.htm but can't find a company that sells them in pieces. All the companies I have tried require a minimum order of 600-1000.

I've checked all the hardware stores including Lowe's, Home Depot, Kragen, Pep boys, etc.

I'm looking specifically for screws that require a key.

Thanks

Sh0cker · 03-30-2009, 07:13 AM

McMaster-Carr has tamper resistant screws in bags as small as 25 or 50 depending on the size...

madman · 03-30-2009, 07:25 AM

Those screws look very easy to unfasten without the key. Simply insert 2 small flathead drivers into each side. Job done.

MrToad · 03-30-2009, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by User Name

McMaster-Carr has tamper resistant screws in bags as small as 25 or 50 depending on the size...

I don't need 25 or 50..I need 4

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Originally Posted by madman

Those screws look very easy to unfasten without the key. Simply insert 2 small flathead drivers into each side. Job done.

Most people don't know that

jpsum · 03-30-2009, 07:07 PM

buy a bag of 50 then sell the rest here!

madman · 03-30-2009, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MrToad

Most people don't know that

I'd guess the type of person wanting to steal plates would have a pretty good idea.

raceyBMW · 03-30-2009, 08:03 PM

http://www.brycefastener.com/hexpin.htm

Just get something like this, should be easier to find. Its what the local toll roads here send us to mount license plate transceivers. Should keep them away pretty well. Like they always say, if a thief really wants something, he is going to get it no matter what you do.

evoi19 · 03-30-2009, 08:32 PM

i just use a torx screw...most thieves will not have a torx on them at the time so it's cheap alternative.

MrToad · 03-30-2009, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by raceyBMW

http://www.brycefastener.com/hexpin.htm

Just get something like this, should be easier to find. Its what the local toll roads here send us to mount license plate transceivers. Should keep them away pretty well. Like they always say, if a thief really wants something, he is going to get it no matter what you do.

I've looked for those as well, couldn't find them.

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Originally Posted by andrew@Karbonwerke

i just use a torx screw...most thieves will not have a torx on them at the time so it's cheap alternative.

Where can I get torx screws?

Thanks!

lpphreakx06 · 03-30-2009, 10:12 PM

http://www.chromebolt.com/832-x-12-c...95.html?ref=23

MrToad · 03-30-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by lpphreakx06

http://www.chromebolt.com/832-x-12-c...95.html?ref=23

You just made my week. Thanks a lot lpphreakx06!

evoi19 · 03-30-2009, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MrToad

I've looked for those as well, couldn't find them.

Where can I get torx screws?

Thanks!

i just got them at my local hardware store. Kinda lucky they had it. I just brought my existing screw and told them i want the same size but in a torx.

lpphreakx06 · 03-31-2009, 12:49 AM

No problem

Bulldog 6 · 03-31-2009, 02:55 PM

Are people really stealing license plates?

blakjack23 · 03-31-2009, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Bulldog 6

Are people really stealing license plates?

Yes, it happens. Even more for peeps with custom plates.

MrToad · 04-01-2009, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by blakjack23

Yes, it happens. Even more for peeps with custom plates.

Or a plate frame like a CHP 11-99 or KMA plate..

MMAJNKE · 04-01-2009, 02:15 AM

that shit is ugly no one is gonna steal.. I steal it from you

MrToad · 04-01-2009, 02:54 PM

I like how you edited your post ass haha.

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Originally Posted by second_2_nun

that shit is ugly no one is gonna steal.. I steal it from you

F104 · 04-01-2009, 03:18 PM

I'd leave std screws in. If some sick idiot wants your license plate a few tamper proof screws screwed down in bits of plastic won't stop him, you'll only see more damage to you car.

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