On 4/27/2012 2:46 PM, chaniarts wrote:
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there are special screws for using in pressed board. those aren't them,
and are what helped cause the problem.

after fixing the split, fill the hole with wood glue and jam wood
toothpicks in until the hole is packed. when hard, predrill a pilot
hole, and use the correct screws.

I've come across two type of particle board screws:

http://www.mcfeelys.com/tech/confirmat.htm

They sound a bit challenging to install and might not be available in
the short length I need.

You may have meant this type, which is available in 3/4" length:
http://www.fastenal.com/web/products...0149577&ucst=t

R1