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Identify hub / freehub body on Giant FCR 2 2008

Bicycles Asked by DoctorClaw on August 16, 2021

The rear wheel bearings on my 2008 Giant FCR2 need replacing, and the freehub body is feeling a bit notchy, so while it’s all in bits I’d like to be able to have the option of replacing.

I understand that this hub should be a Formula sealed bearing hub, according to the specs, but I can’t see any identifying marks to indicate the model on the hub or freehub body apart from "HA" stamped on the body.
Giant FCR2 2008 specification

Can anybody identify this hub and body and/or suggest a compatible body replacement? (Click images for larger views.)

Side view of freehub showing "H" "A" stamped on a spline
Oblique view of hub on the drive side
View of non-drive side of the hub

2 Answers

Based on the information from Giant, looking at the hub models from Formula it looks like an RB-32 or RB-32C

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Correct answer by David D on August 16, 2021

Considering that the bike is more than a dozen years old and has rim-brakes, it would be a good idea to check the state of the rims. Depending on the mileage of the bike they could easily have reached the safety limit and need replacing.

So a pair of new wheels may be an option.

Answered by Carel on August 16, 2021

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