Is a Pilot Hole Required to Install Torx Floor Screws # TF01150 and What Size Should it Be

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Is pre drilling a pilot hole recommended for these screws? What size drill? Thanks!

asked by: Steve

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Since the Torx Floor Screws # TF01150 are not self-tapping you will need to drill a small pilot hole first before putting in a screw. The screws are 1/4 inch in diameter and it is recommended to drill a 7/32 inch pilot hole. If you do not already have a T30 bit you will need one for these screws # TX430-1.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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You are correct. The pilot hole size for the Torx Floor Screws, part #TF01250, is 7/32 inch. These come with 40 screws in the package, and measure 2-1/2 inches long. The screwdriver bit you may want for the Torx screws is part #TX430-1. These are…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

A 7/32 size drill bit would be ideal as a pilot hole size for use with the 1-1/2" Long Torx Floor Screws #TF01150 which are actually 1/4 inch diameter.

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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