On 12 Dec 2004 07:46:56 -0800, "Tony" wrote:

I have a 1979 Chev K10 with front wheel locking hubs.

The locknut and spindle thread (at the outer edge) has been partially
stripped. The thread that is not damaged is still usable. I cannot
remove the inner adjusting not because of the stripped portion. I have
tried to grind the stripped thread away (protecting the good thread by
undoing the adjusting nut up to the stripped thread) using carbide
grinding bits. All I have achieved is destroying the bits and polishing
the stripped thread.

I cannot use a steel file because the access is limited.

How can I remove the stripped thread? I believe the spindle is forged
steel. I have contemplated using a cold steel chisel, but do not want
to attempt until I have more info on possible solutions.
Hoping someone can help
Regards
Tony

I'd try using a Dremel tool with one of their cutoff wheels.
http://www.dremel.com/html/products/...s/cutting.html

If I understand what you have, this should work.

Make two cuts 180 degrees apart, most of the way through but not all
the way through so you don't damage your good threads. Then lightly
wack it with a chisel to break it the rest of the way through.