A testimonial by a veteran B787 aircraft mechanic

My background in aviation

I have been working in commercial aviation since 1978, after spending some years in corporate aviation and part-time jobs for non-scheduled air carriers. I have seen many changes and innovations in the industry, but none as challenging as the torx plus fasteners that are used in the B787 aircraft.

The problem with torx plus fasteners

Torx plus fasteners are a unique design that are supposed to provide better torque and resistance to wear and tear. However, they can also be very troublesome to remove, especially when they are corroded or damaged. I have tried many different tools to remove these fasteners, but none of them worked well. I often had to drill out the fasteners, which caused damage to the nutplates and increased the risk of foreign object debris (FOD). This wasted a lot of time and money, and also compromised the safety and quality of the aircraft.

The solution: Grip edge tools

Five years ago, I started working on the B787 aircraft, and this is where I first encountered the Grip edge tools. These tools are specially designed to grip the torx plus fasteners and remove them without slipping or stripping. They are made of high-quality steel and have a patented shape that fits the fasteners perfectly. Since I started using the Grip edge tools, I have reduced the need to drill out the fasteners and, in many cases, eliminated the damage to the nutplates. I have also saved myself and my company a lot of time and money, and improved the efficiency and reliability of the aircraft.

My recommendation

If you are working on the B787 aircraft, or any other aircraft that uses torx plus fasteners, I highly recommend that you buy the Grip edge tools. They are the most effective and durable tools that I have ever used, and they will make your job easier and safer. Don't waste your time and money trying to remove these Boeing fasteners with inferior tools. Just buy the Grip edge tools and see the difference for yourself.