overhauling freehubs?

[OakLeaf]

If it turns both ways, it's a pawl(s) or spring that's failed, not the bearings. You *may* be able to get the parts, but it's unlikely, and even if you did, it's a HUGE undertaking to mess with springloaded parts that are that small.

I once had a freewheel apart for no good reason, back in the day when I would just take things apart. I did manage to get it back together and it worked until the bike was stolen years later , but if I'd lost a pawl when they all flew everywhere, I probably wouldn't have.

Best to just replace the freehub body. Every brand is different so make sure you're searching on Hope. A lot of links (YouTube and forum links) come up when I google "Hope freehub replacement" or "overhaul." Check Hope's own website too, a lot of times manufacturers have .pdfs of their service manuals and parts fiches. Best to rely on the manufacturer for stuff like torque and clearance specifications - call them if you can't find the specs online.

"Hope"fully Deb will chime in later.