Originally Posted by
Mvcrash
I guess I’ll run the pedals and crank arms through a 9/16x20 tap and die to make sure the threads are sharp and clean and go from there.
Just chase the crank arms with taps. I wouldn't bother with using a die on the pedal threads. Pedal axles are hardened steel and will not be kind to your dies. Just make sure the threads are clean. If the threads are damaged, use a thread file on the damaged places.