Thanks! I've got a dremel-like tool with wire wheels, but I was afraid of putting too many scratches on the spindle. I also have some polishing wheels that I was thinking of trying. I just didn't know whether the rust was a big deal or not. It's more like rust spots.

'89 3.0 4Rnr: Jacob's Electronics, K&N, CF Dual Frict, 4:56 w/ Truetracs, 33 BFG AT/KOs, Cascade Audio, Pro-Comp 4" susp & 2" body (previous owner)

I know, a lot of wasted time and money ... if I knew then what I know now....