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  1. Aug 16, 2022, 06:09 AM #1
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    21. Steal the pick, leave the floss


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  3. Aug 16, 2022, 09:57 AM #2
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    Also great for inserting in wallowed out woodscrew holes to allow the screw to obtain purchase again.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mklotz View Post
    Also great for inserting in wallowed out woodscrew holes to allow the screw to obtain purchase again.
    Wallowed out screw holes is post 1950's wear and tear.
    Sometimes kebab stickers, chopsticks or 1/4" dowels required for waller'ed out holes at Chez' TM51, built 1901.
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