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Do-It-Yourself, Repairs and Fixes
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Share tips and tricks to keep people from throwing out that broken item. Repair before replace!
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Indeed, if you tried that route, you'd want the screw to be about as small and short as is necessary to get the job done, even if that means cutting whatever screw you find down in length.
Always use your own common sense, and best of luck. Happy Holidays!