It is actually a security torx T30. A regular torx will not work.
Looks great. I still have some thoughts for my self. Where is the best/easiest place to mount the radio, not the head the main part, and how did you do the wiring to the head?Just to share... No need the Bulletpoint Rubigrid... Just 2 RAM MOUNTS, 1 inch ball RAM Mount.
One for Phone and/or universal camera (goPro, etc). the otherone
Another configuration
Security torx have a nipple in the center. My 24 definitely doesn't have those. I highly doubt ford changed screws.
My 2025 has the nipple
My 25 BS BL has the nipple . Ford did change the type of torx.
security torx is a torx plus tp from what I understand from the internet. My FORD dealer told me to get a security torx
Iām very confused. Are you implying Iām wrong? Because Iām not.
From Google:
Removal/Install Tool: Factory trim and accessory tray brackets are usually secured using Torx Plus (TP).
So, againā¦ as I stated earlierā¦ while a Torx bit WILL work, itās not the right tool for the job. Try removing a torqued down TP bolt with a regular Torx and you will very quickly realize the difference.
https://www.powertooljoy.com/torx-plus-vs-torx-bits/
Thanks! Iām actually planning to improve the installation quite a bit soon, and once I do, Iāll make a proper post in the group with more details and photos.
For now, I have the main radio body mounted under the driverās seat.
The power wires come directly from the battery, pass through a rubber grommet near the steering column, behind the brake pedal area, then run behind the lower trim along the driverās door sill and end up under the driverās seat.
From the inside.
From the back of the driver seat.
From there, the UTP/control cable goes from the main unit to the head unit. That is currently the part Iām not fully happy with: the cable runs visibly through the center console up to the accessory tray, where I currently have the head unit mounted.
EXAGERATING THE PATH....
My next plan is to redo that part. I want to mount the head unit in the overhead sunglasses holder area, then route the UTP/control cable above the headliner, down the A-pillar, and back down toward the area under the seat.
For the microphone, Iām also planning to install a panel-mount connector, so the mic can plug in cleanly while the cable remains hidden and routed back to the main radio body.
I hope this helps.
Thank you for all your help. I am N9PNLThanks! Iām actually planning to improve the installation quite a bit soon, and once I do, Iāll make a proper post in the group with more details and photos.
For now, I have the main radio body mounted under the driverās seat.
The power wires come directly from the battery, pass through a rubber grommet near the steering column, behind the brake pedal area, then run behind the lower trim along the driverās door sill and end up under the driverās seat.
From the inside.
From the back of the driver seat.
From there, the UTP/control cable goes from the main unit to the head unit. That is currently the part Iām not fully happy with: the cable runs visibly through the center console up to the accessory tray, where I currently have the head unit mounted.
EXAGERATING THE PATH....
My next plan is to redo that part. I want to mount the head unit in the overhead sunglasses holder area, then route the UTP/control cable above the headliner, down the A-pillar, and back down toward the area under the seat.
For the microphone, Iām also planning to install a panel-mount connector, so the mic can plug in cleanly while the cable remains hidden and routed back to the main radio body.
I hope this helps.
Odd, mine was a Torx plus.
