My 1998 TJ uses T15 torx screws to both hold the headlight housing to the frame, and also to hold the chrome bezel that surrounds the housing. I've lost some of those screws, and, almost unbelievably, the local Jeep dealer can't get them for me. Can anyone recommend a substitute screw? Perhaps a sheet metal screw of some sort? (I'm guessing these are readily available at the usual hardware stores.) Thanks.
TJ headlight adjustment screws
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No doubt a metric thread, or a #6 or #8 SAE. Your best bet is to pick up a couple of each at the local hardware store and try them until you find the right one.
Or find someoone who has a junker and grab the screws off it.
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Jim, take one of the remaining screws and go to tractor supply in Camden. They have a good supply of hardware and I'm sure you can find one that matches pretty well.
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post what ends up working, I think next time I touch mine, they will need to be tossed...
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I'd second the idea about Tractor supply, but add the thought of Felton Hardware. I was able to get the right bolts for my door surrounds there when other sources failed.
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Also Smyrna Hardware is known to have alot of odd stuff. I haven't been disappointed yet
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I'd second the idea about Tractor supply, but add the thought of Felton Hardware. I was able to get the right bolts for my door surrounds there when other sources failed.
Absolutely! They have a pretty good assortment of hardware for how small that place is. I figured Tractor Supply works for Jim since he passes it daily to/from work, but Felton Hardware is always a good option.
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