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Yes, don't try the bad screw again.  Get a 6-48 bottom tap and try to clean up the hole.  Use plenty of oil.  If the old screw is too loose then you can open the holes up and get new screws.  Because you already have holes there, you should be able to open them up without too much issue.  The old hole will center the bit.


I would order both a 6-48 and an 8-40 tap, they are good to have around.  A size #31 drill for the 6 and a size #28 drill for the 8.  Order some screws too as they are inexpensive and come in handy when you drop one or bugger it up.


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