Rare 1930 Ford Model A Woody repairs and drive!

[@HKlink]

My dad recently bought a 1930 Ford Model A "in perfectly restored condition" and we keep finding interesting things the previous owner did with it that nobody would quite call perfectly restored. I've been watching some videos on fixes for that thing, and now your video got recommended to me because of it! I figured I'd take a look just in case I learn anything, not expecting to even watch the whole 52 minutes of it, and now it's 52 minutes later and it felt like 20. Great video! First thing I learned about mine was that a shitty four bladed fan is not a good idea. It lost a blade without me noticing, rattled around until it destroyed the water pump, and finally got loose enough to whack the alternator, left side hood, and cooler. That was a "fun" experience owning a shiny new car. Bought a cheap set of American wrenches, my German ones didn't quite fit, and got to work replacing the alternator, fan and water pump. Next thing I did was figure out why it was so damn loud... the clamp between the exhaust manifold and pipe was rusted to shit and so was the gasket inside. Looked online and people seemed to recommend exhaust sealant paste, so I got a new clamp, new gasket and some of that goop. That was not a fun repair job because some idiot turned this thing into a right hand drive car, and the steering column and pedals are extremely in the way. But I got that fixed up and it's now much, much quieter! I'm sure I'll find more exciting things wrong with this car in the near future.

[@ModelA]

Work through the problems! That's a good way to learn your car though.

[@worldwar1guru662]

Ah the toothpick in screw hole trick! As a cabinet builder and handyman, I’ve had to do this to other cabinets and hinges myself! Excellent videos as always Mr. Shinn!

[@ModelA]

Thanks!

[@MrTallpoppy58]

@@ModelA I use match sticks .... bit more to work with wood PVA wood glue.

[@mackfisher4487]

The beauty of the model A in my eyes is the simplicity. Enjoyed Tina's Cameo, hope you pay union rates Paul.

[@ModelA]

I don't pay squat!!! Haha

[@duanevensland2577]

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[@neddigh4656]

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[@peakdj]

Regarding glue: Regular carpenter's wood glue (the yellow stuff) works just as well and, unlike with Gorilla Glue, it WILL allow you to take it apart afterward. That's an important difference that you will thank yourself for in the future, as small adjustments of any wooden door, particularly in a car, are often necessary. I've worked on many antique wooden doors and locksets and always use wood glue when repairing stripped holes, etc. Thanks, Paul, for another great video!

[@ModelA]

Howdy stranger!!! How have you been? Is there anything I can do for you?

[@peakdj]

@@ModelA Hey Paul! Been great... busy as always but that's good. Hope you're well too. Can you shoot me an email again with your mailing address? Thanks!

[@richardalder7369]

Thank you for this wonderful video. I love how you bring model A's back to life. I was laughing so hard when Model T was paying attention to you!

[@ModelA]

She's a hoot

[@Worldviewsandthoughts]

The crescent adjustable wrench is my favorite tool. When I was a kid I had the neighborhood bike shop. I used the the handle on a crescent wrench as a tire tool for bicycles.

[@ModelA]

Yep! Been there, done that too

[@stephenhenion8304]

Great looking "A" Model..... great story and great Warranty Work...TY Paul...

[@josephseverino674]

I have affection for the model A ford , i built scale models of them when i was a kid in the early 1970s ,hubbly toys made them in dicast metal and they were assembled with scews ,i enjoyed building them and display them in my room .My frends surprisingly liked them as well .Great videos.

[@ModelA]

Thanks Joseph. Were those models made by Hubley by chance?

[@josephseverino674]

@@ModelA yes ,they were made by Hubbly. By the way paul, i like that dark blue coupe with the Hessian blue wheels i never saw one like the one you have ,you know i think those colors works for the car.

[@ModelA]

@@josephseverino674 Thanks! Those are the factory colors for that car. Henry Ford deserves the compliment, not me.

[@AstraWerke]

The last thing I would have checked before starting an engine would be head bolt torque... Well, there's always something new xD Love the few little details you put into the videos - like your wife peeking through the hood @23:30, russian Paul @3:00 or Paul high on fumes @26:30; really made 52 minutes fly by!

[@phooesnax]

What a treat! Well presented.

[@ModelA]

Thank you!

[@joeboonen7421]

Great vid, what a beautiful woody. .Looking forward to watching more.

[@jefframsey5863]

Very informative as always, Thank you for sharing. Don't let those people that give you a bad time about adjustable wrenches get to you. They probably use cheap foreign made ones and don't know how to adjust them properly. I use them all the time and find that they work very well, plus one size fits all, almost.

[@ModelA]

Thanks Jeff! Yea, I think you're right

[@skeeterbug9875]

Thanks!

[@ModelA]

Thank YOU!!!

[@eugenelevin8314]

Loved this video Paul What a beautiful car!

[@PirateAdmiral-bx6sx]

We have some classic cars in Maui Hawaii

[@MyRandyw]

Love your videos, got me looking for a nice model A. Mama says must have a back seat...no problem. I am learning enough to get one going and keep it going. Thank you!

[@ModelA]

Nice work Randy!

[@WACRE44]

Thanks so for the fun beautiful vlog love the A’s and B’s !

[@BillGeurts2269]

Interesting that it had excellent compression with loose head nuts, although it wasn’t under actual live combustion!

[@Bbbuddy]

Wow. That’s a clean car.

[@johncharlton2602]

Excellent video as usual .thank you . Only difference from me I give a few more pumps to the rear wheel bearings and pull up the dipstick so it is not seated when I fill with oil no back pressure . I use supermarket cheapo 20/50 oil as long as API rated but all my motors are all well used !!!

[@raymondeargle8653]

love the woodies thanks for the view.

[@ModelA]

Thanks Ray!

[@terrancesweeney1870]

Enjoyed your video Paul. Another great one. Thank you!

[@matthewbonaccorso617]

Thank you Paul! Another fine video!

[@ModelA]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@21Piloteer]

I've used small dowels to fix stripped out screw holes in wood. Drill the hole out, insert appropriate dowel using wood glue to hold in place. Once the glue dries cut the dowel flush with the surface, then drill a new hole for the screw.

[@craighearn747]

Some real love expressed here.

[@ModelA]

Yessir!

[@vincerodgers640]

Paul great video! Always look forward to my Saturday educational Mr. Shinn time. Enjoyed seeing Tina, she's always a good sport. Lastly, how do I know how much to grease at the clutch? See you next weekend.

[@lilcoolcat]

This is cool to see my grandfather has a woody I’m not sure what year but has one none the less tho it does need some work it is in a few pieces if I remember correctly

[@ModelA]

Excellent!

[@davidgrisez]

I found one part of this video to be a little humorous. It was during the tightening of the head gasket bolts when a comment was about I might have to do a head gasket and that doing a head gasket is a big job. What I found humorous is doing a head gasket may be a big job for a Ford Model A, but when compared to doing a head gasket on a modern 4 cylinder engine with dual overhead camshafts doing a head gasket on Ford Model A is a lot simpler and a lot less time.

[@BeetTheRush]

I understand this is a special car for many reasons, but for me, it's special because it looks like a waffle 😄 and I love waffles!

[@Rumpleskin]

Everybody does. They are pancakes with abs.

[@BeetTheRush]

@@Rumpleskin pancakes with abs 🤣 you just made my day better!!

[@ModelA]

I hadn't considered how waffle-like this truck is! Good one. Waffles are pancakes with abs!! hahahaa!!!!

[@bencole6266]

I have a gaz motor

[@mctim64]

I have the same Zenith radio I see on your shelf. 🙂

[@Dennis-lx9mo]

Looking good Paul.

[@ModelA]

Thanks Dennis!

[@brianjarvis313]

Beautiful truck.

[@73technite]

Great video. Model T always a big help. Thanks for making these helpful videos.

[@ModelA]

Thanks Ron

[@possumrides8448]

To fix the holes, you can also use Golf Tee's to plug them.

[@ModelA]

Good point!

[@possumrides8448]

@@ModelA I've done that to repair home door hinge screws. Very perm and strong solution. They're hardwood, tapered... apply glue and drive them in, drill and re-tap. Good as new, if not better.

[@myronjacobs5014]

Thanks Paul, this one was a long one! Enjoyed it and very informative! Meanwhile my black tires are order and traveling to Miami. Best regards, Myron

[@ModelA]

Excellent. Thanks Myron!

[@tennesseered586]

As I've learned, expect the unexpected with a ninety year old Model A. It's all part of the fun. Fun video, Paul.

[@ModelA]

And now you know first hand!!

[@danterry6328]

Really enjoyed this vid got to see Mama loved the toothpick hack. And who knew there was a Russian model B. We saw a twin to Athena in Bay City Oregon. Had Tillamook motors plate holders on her beautiful A.

[@rex8255]

My personal favorite for strapped holes are bamboozled chopsticks. Whittle them Dien to a screwish shape, tap them in (glue is optional) and there you go.

[@chriswatters2995]

Before you pour in your new oil, remove your dip stick and you won't get the air bubbles belching up in your funnel. Also, remind folks to oil their hood hinges, all 3 and every other hinge both sides. Love your channel, and you really do fine work.

[@ModelA]

Thanks Chris! Model A motors are not air tight. Also, the dip stick has a slot in it where it goes into the motor, so that isn't air tight either. You can leave the stick in on these.

[@MrBrendog67rat]

Kool Video Paul! Thanks!

[@sonnymoorehouse1941]

Love your channel !!!!!!

[@ModelA]

Thank you so much!!

[@vayabroder729]

Such a killer car; maintenance on the wood has got to be a nightmare. This car needs to be pampered in an enclosed garage. My Russian wife found funny your Russian motor bit...🤣😂

[@sockmonkey22]

Send my love to Natasha.🥰

[@ModelA]

Tell her I did it just for her!

[@vayabroder729]

@@ModelA 🤣😂

[@JANDLWOODWORKING]

Beautiful Truck Love Love Love the videos!!!

[@ModelA]

Thanks James

[@joerapoza5991]

Great story..

[@AvtarSingh-lm2sz]

Very nice car

[@TooManyHobbiesJeremy]

Several things: great job on editing, I enjoyed the driving footage while you were talking to Rich. Tina is a flirt! Lol, neat to see her helping out. I liked this longer video. Neat variation of a Model A. Keep up the good work 👍

[@ModelA]

Thanks TMH!!

[@jj-eo7bj]

Nice to be able to have a good woody

[@ModelA]

Yes!

[@danielhomant2832]

Even though I didn't end up with a Model A, it is still great and informative watching your videos. While the specifics may not transfer, many of the procedures and principles behind them transfer very well. And yes, my distributor is properly lubed, heh.

[@ModelA]

Good work Daniel!

[@robertosabbadini6583]

Like what you do with the old model t . From down under

[@dowen1511]

Courious my dad always said that one should use straight 30w cause 10/30 is to thin to sling properly when cold ? And it don't thicken up till it gets warm.

[@ModelA]

See my video on which oil to use in a Model A. That will answer your questions

[@discerningmind]

Paul, great video as always. This truck is beautiful. Wow, good thing you checked those head bolts! Model T's hand coming into the scene was exceptional! Totally unexpected in a mechanical assembly video! So too Model T waving "Hello" through the driver's side grille, and creeping back and forth. Very funny!!! Perhaps affects of that chilled canned coffee. However, lovely Tina always brings joy when she turns up in a video! And your nap on the fender got me too! Regarding your reference when programming the new battery charger. I've always understood "twelve volt small" as being a motorcycle or lawn tractor battery, not automotive. Please clarify. Questions: Is the trim plate behind the window crank a truck-only part, or aftermarket? I don't remember the water/vinegar mixture from other videos. Is this for gentle cleaning? Why not straight vinegar? Is it OK to grease the underside fittings on a Model A with the weight of the car on the wheels? I was trained that the weight of the car should be completely off the wheels--wheels hanging.

[@ModelA]

The battery charger is brand new, I need to learn more. You're almost certainly correct. I'm a moron, don't do what I do. The metal plate behind the window crank is for woodies only. No other body style has them. I just wanted to clean the old varnish and goo off the carb surfaces, I did now want to strip the whole carb to bare metal! Yes, you can grease a Model A with its weight on its wheels. The factory owners manual even says so.

[@discerningmind]

@@ModelA Thanks Paul. You're about as far from being a moron as possible. I wasn't sure myself and I wanted to point it out for newbies. I didn't know that about vinegar and water. Interesting.

[@miguelangelsimonfernandez5498]

Give the screws a lick or moist them with a moist rag to activate the gorilla glue. Humidity is what accelerates and gets this glue going.

[@ModelA]

Good tip. Thanks!

[@norherman]

Wood match sticks work also!

[@bobblankenship3427]

Beautiful

[@ModelA]

Thank you

[@joelhaas8273]

It sounds happy now. 😀

[@paulscountrygarage9180]

Paul, another great video. Good to see someone systematically checking over an engine, that hasn’t run in years, before starting it. Makes me cringe when guys add fuel and, maybe, new oil and fire them up. Tina did well on the “comic relief”. 😜

[@ModelA]

Haha! Thanks Paul. I also put some oil in the cylinders and some down the distributor hole, but that footage got cut because it was zzzzzzzzz....

[@paulscountrygarage9180]

@@ModelA you did mention lubricating the distributor. I’m planning to go look at a Leather back sedan once lockdown ends (mid October, hopefully) and if its still around. It’s a US import so LHD.

[@dowen1511]

That fellow could take all day to read one chapter . 😂☺

[@gnolan4281]

Just amazing. Is there anybody in the country who has it down as well as you?

[@Thor572]

Wow paul another amazing video. Even tina gets into the comedy portion. Lol. U guys always bring on the comedy. When the time comes when I can finally own a model A i hope I can fix the A with expertise like you have. But knowing me it will be an uphill battle. Lol. Hopefully not.

[@ModelA]

I think you'll do just fine Tyronne!

[@robinimpey101]

22:40 It looks like you better take a break from the Model A, and give more attention to the Model T! 😂 Another great episode!

[@ModelA]

hahaaa!!

[@billz482]

Hi Paul, My guess as to why those two particular head nuts were loose is that maybe somebody removed an aftermarket distributor heat shield, and didn’t retighten them. As always, thanks for another great video.

[@jamaf99]

Hey Paul. Why didn't you do anything about the rust in the tank? I had the same problem with mine. I ended up using a bunch of "Evapo Rust" which amazingly took care of the problem. I then flushed the tank a few times with some "used gas"

[@stephenhenion8304]

I was thinking the same thing.. how bout a long nose shop vac?

[@jamaf99]

@@stephenhenion8304 I first used a shop vac to get out the particles I could see. (There were a lot like 1/4 cup)Then I soaked the tank in "Evapo-Rust" for 24 hrs. I flushed the tank several times with some old gas. This worked beautifully. I am putting a pre filter in the tank now and a paper filter in the glass.

[@jeffreykropp7664]

Also, I have seen photos of "late Russian" 4 cylinder B engine that had some very obvious exterior casting differences. A Model A engine builder friend tried to import one in the 1980's, as they were supposedly available, but sadly passed away before securing one.

[@garyaxsom1815]

Such a great part of our American culture!

[@billebobb]

Thanks for teaching me the “proper” way to take compression reading. I never knew/heard about opening the throttle! Paul, exactly what DOES that do?

[@ModelA]

Just eliminates the vacuum resistance from the test.

[@k6aaq64]

Nice video as always Paul. I don't have to ask what you have been up to in the last week!

[@ModelA]

Hahaa! Mostly teetering on whether or not I should check in to the hospital.

[@scottmagyar]

Awesome video Sir, Question where can i get that nice head bolt tool you used on heads with torque wrench thks.,

[@ModelA]

It is an old Snap On tool. Not sure if they make it anymore. However, Mike's sells one that works the same- www.mikes-afordable.com/product/T6064T.html

[@kenneth_baker101]

I think Mrs. Shinn wants your attention.

[@ModelA]

Ya think ?

[@johnstokes2246]

Amazing!!!!!!! You didn't pull the top cover, air box, and a bushel basket of other stuff, and use a socket wrench with a wobble socket just to get the spark plugs out. We have made a lot of progress????

[@ModelA]

Hahahaa!!! Your comment made me laugh out loud and I got a spit bubble on the screen now. Thanks a LOT!!

[@brendamcdaniel1958]

Hay there I’m a little courteous what you mean when you said that the carb was gargling and you would set it later. Maybe you could do a video on adjusting the carb. I love your car and the color of the wheels too. Beautiful cars. Thanks ps thanks model T

[@ModelA]

I could hear it gargling a little. Need to adjust the idle setting.

[@rogerturley]

Very nice video. Nice '30 or '31 Sports Coupe in the background. I have a '29. I think they're beautiful cars but can be a bit noisy at speed (top starts to flap).

[@ModelA]

Ford calls it a filter assembly.

[@rogerturley]

@@ModelA I learned something. I'll retract my comment. (I commented that the filter is often called a sentiment bowl or settling bowl.)

[@ModelA]

@@rogerturley No need! It might help others!

[@scottbatey3130]

I really enjoy your channel! Can you truly build a model A, from all new parts?

[@ModelA]

Yes. John LaVoy did it.

[@splankerbergen]

GAZ or Gorkovsky Avtomobilny Zavod (Russian: ГАЗ or Го́рьковский автомоби́льный заво́д, lit. 'Gorky Automobile Plant') is a Russian automotive manufacturer located in Nizhny Novgorod, formerly known as Gorky (Горький) (1932-1990). (wiki) I was wondering how a motor manufactured in 1932 ended up in the car? Was that motor sold to restorers in the past ? Nice to know because some folks may encounter it as cars get passed to other generations. Thank you for the entertaining video. As always, well done.

[@CaseyRoman1]

Instead of dry wall inserts, have you ever tried gluing in golf tees and drilling small pilot holes?

[@ModelA]

Never tried that.

[@barrysimms3444]

I noticed that you complained about the grease coming out of the chassis. At least there was grease in there to come out.

[@ModelA]

Yep!

[@stefeniedavidmusic]

The wife's hand creeping in. Very funny. Not realistic, but funny. I think my dad had a model A at one time. Loooooooooong before I was born. He was born in 1925. Passed away a couple of years ago. He would enjoy watching this. I am sure he did a fair amount of backyard work on it during the depression.

[@ModelA]

Actually more realistic than you think.

[@stefeniedavidmusic]

@@ModelA You're a lucky guy then. cheers. i was just looking at some old Model As here in Ontario Canada on kijiji and they vary in price obviously, but it seems one can pick up a coupe for between 25-30 Gs Cdn $. I mean you can't go by photos, but they don't look too bad. I like the four door sedan myself. The one you did a video on that was mostly original. That was cool.

[@ModelA]

@@stefeniedavidmusic Well, that pricing sounds pretty close to my area as well. Tina is a hoot, so the hand creeping in happens a lot. We sure love our fordor sedan, not just because it's been in our family, but because it feels like it is family.

[@elosogonzalez8739]

Always look forward to starting my Saturday morning with a couple cups of coffee and a side of Paul Shinn. Were alot of Ford engines made in Russia? I been around a few Russian airplane engines, they run like a tank. Maybe because that's where most of them came from! Great this vehicle is staying in the family. What does one of these go for? Back to work mister fix it!

[@ModelA]

There are whole websites dedicated to the Russian Model A's that were in production well past WW2.

[@elosogonzalez8739]

@@ModelA Never knew that. We're all learning from you. Please keep those videos comin'!

[@deoharvey3891]

Where does this wonderful music come from?

[@ModelA]

I know a guy....

[@marilynmoore6752]

Adjustable wrench will fit anything

[@ModelA]

Yes!

[@maxlever9196]

I wish my Model R would venture into the garage like your Model T does. But alas ...

[@mr_paw_t]

Very good video. Is it wrong, that I find these videos inspiring? Something to think about, while I enjoy a pizza & root-beer. hmmmmmm

[@carmengianforte2501]

Paul, have you heard of Lock and Lube attachment for your grease gun?

[@ModelA]

Yes

[@dastrayer63]

I saw her "in the picture". Lurking to the tune of "The Pink Panther". And draining the tank made me have to pee.

[@fordhotrod4670]

Ha Paul, what a nice model a woody! You look like a surf dude :-) I cleaned also my Zenith carburator. BUT, You really have to buy an Ultra Sonic cleaner. If you own a Ford model A you 've to own an Ultra Sonic cleaner. I bought one and now i am also the lucky owner of such a machine.

[@ModelA]

I do have a large sonic cleaner. I just wanted to remove the varnish and waxy goo from the carb surfaces. Also, shocking as this may sound... I am the polar opposite os a surfer dude. I'm more like a cabin in the woods prepper mindset kind of dude.

[@fordhotrod4670]

Haha . A prepper mindset ! Me to :-) .That's one of the reasons I drive a Ford Model A in the weekend. They' drive good on the road, through the sand,snow and grass with my big 21" Wheels ;-) Keep on Model A'ing!

[@harriettedaisy2233]

Have you considered doing a video on a model AA? I'd love to see the similarities and differences.

[@ModelA]

I used to have an AA. Never thought about doing a video on it. Maybe someday on the BB truck.

[@tomclayton6875]

I know with wheel bearing grease you have to clean all the old grease out because there are two types of grease that don't jibe well and you can't tell by looking so there's always a 50% chance of using the wrong stuff 😮‍💨. Is that the problem you have with the grease on the suspension? Is the discoloration caused by age? Great video!

[@darkwing4475]

Those compression numbers will probably improve after it has run for a day,,, :-)

[@jeffreykropp7664]

Some used to say that the last of the Russian B's had improved oil pressure to bearings?

[@ModelA]

People say a lot of stuff. I have found most of it to be wrong.

[@George-xs2ms]

Enjoy your videos. What is the solution you soaked the carburetor parts in?

[@ModelA]

Thanks George! It was distilled water with a few tbsp. of white vinegar. I just needed to get the old varnish gunk off, nit a full soak, so I didn't use the ultrasonic unit.

[@nelsonchegezy3332]

Hello Paul, I believe that you used two different grease guns. Why was that necessary? Thanks very much.

[@ModelA]

One has standard zerk the other has the Model A fitting on the end.

[@chuckstith838]

Borris and Natasha will never catch Moose and Squirrel in that model A. Enjoy

[@ModelA]

Hahahaa!!

[@BigDevT]

Great video Paul! I’m a little confused at the description, “it has belonged to the same man for all but 5 years of its life.” If this guy got it when he was 16, and the car was 5, that would mean he would’ve been born in 1919. If that’s right, he looks great for 102!

[@ironcladranchandforge7292]

Yep, I was wondering about that too. If he's 102, he's looking good. I'm sure Paul made a mistake in his description.

[@ModelA]

I'm a lousy wordsmith. I just fix Model A's.

[@stephenbeecher7545]

Enjoyed this a lot. After finding those head bolts loose, I think I would have checked the manifold bolts for torque too. You never know who's been into that motor before you. Overfilled diff fluid; did you change it or just check the level?

[@ModelA]

I did. The trans and diff fluids were over full and clean.

[@albertolugo1477]

Hi Paul: Excellent video as always. A lot of help to all of us. Question: Where did you purchased your alignment tool? Thanks

[@ModelA]

Had it forever. In the video about how to align a Model A, there is a link to the same tool on Amazon

[@michaeledwards8051]

Is it just a visual thing because of right angles and color or is the woody much bigger than the Tudor, four door or in length the truck too?

[@ModelA]

Same frame, etc. maybe a little taller.

[@AdamTillontheWeb]

Yay, I guessed right! Great looking A, nice of you to document getting it going again for us. Does it have a bit more vibration than your cars or was the cam mount in the last couple of mins just more solid?

[@ModelA]

That was a tripod sitting on the seat, no stabilization

[@tomollie]

Hey Paul ! Millennial here, any chance we can get a video comparing different carburetors for the Model A? Trying to rebuild my dads 1931 Model A I have 2 different Zeniths one is a -2 & it seems ford changed specs every 6 months on these things none of the parts are really interchangeable, & a newerish Tillotson, it seems only 1 of the Zeniths will fit the current fuel line system setup I have but I heard the Tillotsons are the most reliable... so, any thoughts?

[@darvinpreece601]

A better repair on that door would have been to take the door off. Drill out the holes. Put appropriate size dowels in and use a VERY sharp knife to trim level. I use waterproof wood glue myself. Then that big long dark crack, clean it out with a knife. Put waterproof wood glue in it. Let it set until dry. Please wipe out all glue squeeze-out before it dries.

[@DrTheRich]

Shouldn't you have replaced the spring for a good one?

[@ModelA]

What are you talking about?

[@matthewbonaccorso617]

@@ModelA Hello Paul--I think you made a comment made about the less than perfect condition of the spring in the rear door latch assembly. Perhaps that is what is being referred to.

[@bruceweinstein4782]

You could glue up the hole with some wood dowl peg, then re,drill them