Ever seen this? Where can i buy this type of star bit?

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Ever seen this? Where can i buy this type of star bit?

So I acquired a ms Pacman machine today. The marquee light isn't coming on so I was going to work on it.
Go to remove the screws and I've got this:

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Any idea where I can buy a tip to remove this?
 
Harbor Freight sells a 100-piece kit for about $8, I think. It pretty much has all the different sizes and shapes you'll need for this type of thing...
 
I bought a set off eBay for like $11 shipped. 100 piece set. My taxi had 2 different sizes of this.
 
Harbor Freight sells a 100-piece kit for about $8, I think. It pretty much has all the different sizes and shapes you'll need for this type of thing...

This. That set from Harbor Freight has saved my butt many a times. And if you have a local one, no waiting on a shipment.
 
These are really common and in nearly every cabinet unless removed by a previous owner. I always replace these parts because they are more hassel to me than they are worth; especially if they are going to be in your home. I recomend getting a set like mentioned above, or you could use a pair of pliers or nippers to carefully loosen the screws enough to get them out then replace them.
 
I have a security bit set that came with a screw driver for it. Got mine from sears, it was less then 20 bucks(I want to say it was like 10 or 15 but it has been years). I know they still sell them.
 
I think i ordered a set from Bob when I placed an order a while ago.

Alternatively, if you have a dremel and plan on replacing them anyways, you can just cut a slot into the top of the head and then use a flathead screwdriver to get it out.
 
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