Old 09-13-13 | 07:58 AM
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FBinNY
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

Use a triangular file as explained above. The problem with chasing is that the chaser will also want to pick up the bad thread and you'll be further establishing the cross thread.

I generally don't bother trying to save the first threads on hubs, There's plenty of thread engagement, so I use a flat file to create a bevel at removing the first thread or so. This not only solves the immediate problem, but reduces the chance of cross threading later on.

BTW- a half mill file is best for this kind of work because it leaves a better finish.
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