Where's the old handle, and has it been pulled off with the threaded part still attached? It looks like the fluted type that is squashed between two sheets of metal, now pulled out and gone. A 'car panel-type' pop plug with screwhole would do the job. Mr. HandyAndy - Really
Comrades, I found a slightly longer wood-screw in my store - you'd swear it was made specifically for this instance. Thanks very much for your inventive offerings and generosity with your time. Gummo
As long as you haven't punctured any inner insulation etc! Normally find that screws for this type of thing are only just long enough for a good reason. Mr. HandyAndy - Really
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