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@Soweto888
Just say no to hammers (unless you're installing a headset. :-P )
Look inside the bottom bracket shell with a torch. Check for obvious damage to the threads. If you can't see anything suspcious, chasing is the way to go, imo. It'll cost you a tenner at most.