Originally Posted by
operator
This is possible if he's using the 14mm old style nut type bolt instead of the 8mm hex. Either way, grind the crank off, not the spindle. I've done this before. Make sure the arm is braced sufficiently before yous tart grinding.
But the bolt head would still be almost flush with the face of the crankarm, and I don't think there's clearance for a remover when a bolt is still in there.