Is a Special Drill Required to Install the 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Screw # TFX250ACQ

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I am putting heavy treated marine 2x6 on an 18000 dual axle trailer. I will be screwing to 4inch channel cross beams. Should I be using the TFX250ACQ screws and will a normal size impact driver work or is there a special impact driver I need to use? I understand a 7/32 cobalt drill or several will be needed. Also is there a standup adapter made for the drills? Thanks

asked by: Jack L

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw # TFX250ACQ is designed for use on ACQ treated wood that is normally very corrosive to metal fasteners. Even if you don't have ACQ treated wood these screws should work great.

Any drill should work fine, the correct bit to use would be the part # TX430-1.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw for ACQ Treated Wood #TFX250ACQ normally installs in a 1/4 inch diameter threaded hole or if drilling new holes would require a 7/32 inch pilot hole. I can't tell you for sure if these…

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Answer 2

Since a 2x6 board is about 1-1/2 inches thick, I don't think using 1-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw for ACQ Treated Wood #TFX150ACQ is going to provide sufficient contact with the trailer frame. For that reason I recommend…

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Answer 3

The 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw for ACQ Treated Wood #TFX250ACQ that you referenced is a 1/4 inch diameter screw that takes a 7/32 inch pilot hole. You would need to drill a 7/32 inch hole first before installing the…

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Answer 4

I would recommend to use the treated torx screws for ACQ (Alkaline Copper Quaternary) treated wood for better corrosion and rust resistance. The treated torx screws like the Redline 2-1/2 Inch Long Torx Trailer Screw for ACQ Treated Wood, part…

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Answer 5

There really isn't anything we can offer other than using screws longer than the 1-1/2 inch Torx Floor Screws #TF01150 since that particular length isn't catching. Depending the added length you need you can get the same screws, but either…

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Answer 6

On the top of the Reese Elite Series Pop-In Ball Kit #RP30137 will be a black, spring loaded integrated lever to unlock and lock the ball to allow it to be removed or installed. Basically, you would pull the lever up and the locking mechanism in the…

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Answer 7

The 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw for ACQ Treated Wood part #TFX250ACQ are sold individually. The cost is a reflection of the compatibility with Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) treated wood. If you just have standard…

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Answer 8

I spoke with my contact at Redline who said that the 2-1/2" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw for ACQ Treated Wood #TFX250ACQ actually has a coating of Alkaline Copper Quaternary on it. This gives it superior resistance to any…

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Answer 9

I would recommend to use the treated torx screws for ACQ treated wood for better corrosion and rust resistance. The treated torx screws like the Redline 2-1/2 Inch Long Torx Trailer Screw for ACQ Treated Wood, part #TFX250ACQ, are plated with a…

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Answer 10

The mounting holes on the E-Track such as #E19147 are 1/4 inch in diameter. The type and length fastener you should use will depend on the surface material and thickness you are attaching it to. For example, if the surface was ACQ treated wood you…

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Answer 11

Yes, the 2-1/4" Long Torx Trailer Floor and Wall Liner Screw #TFX225ACQ that you referenced does have a 1/4 inch diameter. This screw is specially designed for use on Alkaline Copper Quaternary wood.

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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