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Originally Posted by jb92563
Why would an auto maker use such stupid headed bolts?
Is it some kind of proprietary royalty favor to an obscure inventor or what?
Surely they don't think that it will prevent the DIY'ers and generate more dealer business?
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JB
Have a look at this link, it gives some insight to the different fasteners
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spline_drive
It actually is a bit interesting
for example, you can use a robertson (square drive) bit in a triple square bolt
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