I have a clock that has been slow for months, and I finally bought a new mechanism. After watching the video, it only took a few minutes. Thanks for the tutorial!

At last, a really helpful, simply and clearly described 'how to' in a video. Plenty of relevant information, no waffle or unnecessary pre-amble. I have found searching for a clock movement replacement is a minefield and have never understood the context of the various descriptions but this video has clarified all I need to know. Thank you so much.

As a teacher, I loved the information. One of the most informative videos. Well explained. Thank you.

Thank you so much for this video. It has helped me change the mechanism in a clock that my late mum gave me 15 yrs ago. I thought it wouldn't work again...I'm so happy I have it back working, thank you so much 🙏🤗

I'm replacing a Hermle movement in a clock my grandparents recently gave to me. This video told me everything I needed to know. Next time I'm up the sunny coast I'll be sure to pop in

Thanks, I knew nothing about how to change these mechanisms. I usually end up throwing the clocks away but I have a nice large one and this looks pretty easy. Thanks for the simple explanation. I also want to make a clock and will give that a try.

Thanks so much. This really helped us fit a new movement and hands to a special clock. The shaft was a little longer than the original one but everything fitted well in the end and looks great. You gave us knowledge and therefore the confidence to get it done.

Thank you for this, it helped me change our clock movement 👍🏼

Very clear and helpful

Thanks for an excellent demonstration of clock mechanisms. I am looking to replace a unit and this video covers everything needed in the checks.

@ClockShopMontville

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Excellent video. Explains perfectly how to change the movement. Many thanks.

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you so much!! So helpful!! Well done.

Thanks very much, saved this Canadian guy a few bucks. I presume I install the mechanism in reverse since I am in that other hemisphere 🙃 ?

Great information! I can’t wait to try my Clock tomorrow and see what all the mechanisms are that I have! I literally have two clocks now that I want to try this on. Thank you so much, Dan!

@sherriet7596

9 ай бұрын

Oops. I think I screwed up. Everything fell apart when I took it off the back. Somethings not right. How can I add a picture?

Thank you, this helped a lot.

This is a great video, thanks you. I’m learning to be a clockmaker and this is a great tutorial!

Thanks a lot! It was useful 😊

Thanks. This stream gave me the knowledge to fix mine. Thanks. 👍

Thank you, this is very useful guide!

Thankyou for video from uk

Thank you, that was very helpful.

Thank you!

Very nice demo -- thanks

Thanks dude

Thanks so much..I managed to fix my wall clock..😂

Great demonstration; handsome too.

Good video. Did you forget the washer when installing new movement? 🙂

Are the plastic movements all the same quality, I found a Herlme chime clock it is fantastic...

Do you sell movements? Enjoyed this videos Thanks

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jack, we sure do! www.clockshop.com.au/parts/

Is there a high torque, non ticking, atomic/radio movement? Thank you!

Is there a way to replace only the spring with a battery powered motor so that the internal parts aren't lost but are powered by electric power instead of spring tension?

I’m trying to making my own clock but the shaft length would have to be a bit over 2 inches. Would I have to get that specially made?

I have several different clock movements I have tried with my acrylic clock I made. None of them work. Could you please advise me on what size shaft I should be using? The clock is 3/4 inch thick.

Does it matter if the movement clock is put in any ol way...or us there a top and a bottom...can it be put in 90 degrees? Will the clock run the same?

Hi CSD (Clock Shop Dan). My in-laws bought us a cuckoo from Switzerland on holiday and my wife was the only one who knew how to work it. Wife died years back and couldn't locate the clock instructions (instructions around here somewhere). Anyway, per you instruction, I have the clock running, ticking perfect, and it keeps time great with the 'cuckoo bird' doing it's thingy. The clock has 2 weights hanging on chain strands 1 & 3 (left to right). When I rewind the clock on chain strand 4 (far right) the weight on chain strand 3 pulls up. After initial use, the weight on chain strand 1 was on the floor. I had to kind of forcefully pull down on chain strand 2 to get the weight up...I could hear it going over some gears. QUESTION: Is the weight on chain strand 1 suppose to pull up also when I pull down on chain strand 4? Right now only the weight on chain strand 3 goes up. Thanks a lot. Video is great.

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris. Short answer is yes, there are two chains that run over a ratchet wheel inside the clock. So the weight hangs on one end and you pull the other end to lift the weight / wind the clock. So you should both wind the weights up in the same manner

I found a gorgeous porcelian mantle clock at an antique store and the originnal mechanism is still inside but is non-functioning. I don't have the room to have just a decorative clock so I was wondering if I could remove the old clock parts and replace it with a battery operated mechanism? it's a wind up clock and there are lots of large parts inside. I could leave the parts on the floor of the "cabinet" for someone in the future who has the skill or money to repair it. Any suggestions on how to take the old clock parts away from the face? Should I tack the battery operated clock to the face on the inside to keep it still?

@ILoveSchnauzers

7 ай бұрын

You can convert a mechanical clock to a battery operated clock, but YES, do save the original mechanism, it's probably repairable and with a quartz movement, the clock will lose all of it's value. If the clock is a chiming clock. you can get a quartz movement with a small speaker if there's room in the clock.

I need to fix a 1960s United vintage Pocket Watch Wall Clock. Ever seen one? Do they even make replacement mechanism and do you have a video on such an animal? Thanks 👍✌🖖🥃

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

Not too sure sorry. I'm unfamiliar with that clock. You can jump on our website and go through the guides we have and see if the movement looks similar to what we stock.

So why do they use plastic gears now? Is it just because it's less expensive to make? Or is it so they don't corrode? I replaced the movement on an old clock of mine with sentimental value. The new movement would stop running after 1-5 minutes. I tried different things with the battery, different tightnesses and opening it up and adjusting the pieces that connect the power to the motor. I couldn't figure it out so I bought a high torque movement and put the short hands on it which seems to have fixed it.

@ClockShopMontville

2 жыл бұрын

You're essentially right that they use plastic gears as they're cheaper to manufacture and don't corrode over time. The downside is that they don't last anywhere near as long as a clock that has a metal gears, provided that clock has been well looked after and serviced. Generally the standard replacement movements are quite reliable but every now and then you may get a faulty one. In that case you could just replace it with a new movement of the same type. Buying a high torque is overkill but would definitely work! Also if your hands are quite long then you'd definitely need a high torque movement to drive them. Either way, glad you fixed your sentimental clock!

@squigglyline2813

2 жыл бұрын

@@ClockShopMontville So basically I didn't need to get one with more torque, it was just a fluke that the first one I bought didn't work. I see. Oh well, it didn't cost much more. I think it was an $8 price difference, if I remember correctly.

What is the cause of movement mechanism not showing the right time and pottery? Is there any need for WD 40?

Looking for a replacement movement but have a question. What is the difference between 1688 and 12888? Haven't been to a brick and mortar store to compare in person, and the internet has answered everything except this. Thanks in advance.

@ClockShopMontville

11 ай бұрын

It simply refers to a model number, which unfortunately does not provide enough information required to replace a movement. We have a comprehensive guide that might be useful: www.clockshop.com.au/replace-quartz-clock-movement-guide

I want to change to a battery operated clock from an electric wall clock, I want to use the same hands that are part of the clock how do I measure diameter of the shaft so that the hands fit properly, I see that ordering a clock motor doesn’t have the shaft diameter in most cases, I have to allow for interference so the hands attach with the clock hands

I have a cookout clock that was a wedding present for my parents about 1945ish it has very heavyweights the little string has broken but we cannot get it to keep working the bird still works though we think the wall isn’t straight can you advise please

@ClockShopMontville

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Patricia, please contact our store on (07) 5442 9409 and we will be able to help you further

My minute hand is about 14cm but there is a black button on the top that doesn’t come off, looks like it is attached to a spindle that goes through to the movement. It’s Chinese made “House” clock. Any ideas?

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

This button will come off, it will need a good wiggle to loosen as it might be pushed in a fair bit, being careful not to pull the entire spindle out completely. It could be a screw down cap so check if it screws down as another option

How do I remove the plastic face cover without damaging it that has no screws or anything to release it. It looks like it just pops in the framing of the face?

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

We would recommend to take your clock to a local clock maker to assist you in removing the plastic cover as to not cause any damage, especially if the cover is difficult to remove. Check if there are any screws holding the cover on which might need to be removed as well

How to make chimes louder in grandfather clock

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

There's no real way to make them louder. You could remove/open a side or back panel (whichever your clock has) to allow the sound to travel further, however this would just mean the clock movement may get dusty, or something could creepy crawly in there and cause some issues.

HI WHATS THE MODEL OF THE HERMLE CLOCK IN 10:25?

@ClockShopMontville

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, this is an old Hermle clock that we no longer stock in our shop unfortunately. We do have some similar styles by a different brand- AMS, check out the link to see the range available www.clockshop.com.au/clocks/wall/?cn=176&rf=cnvn&vn=1

you didnt show how to remove a euro shaft? I can't remove it with my fingers so how do i do it ?

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

If it's a Euro shaft with the same hex nut as the press fit, then you remove it the same way. If it's a Euro shaft with a brass collar (the shaft doesn't have thread for a hex nut), then you can either use a flat nose screwdriver or a special tool to get enough purchase on the collar to twist it loose.

Brilliant guide to change your quartz movement . Thank you for the great , easy to understand instructions .👍👍👍 kzread.infogaming/emoji/7ff574f2/emoji_u1f44d.png

Can I have it please for £0?

OMG, why don't these movements have MODEL NUMBERS on them? That's how the rest of the world finds exact replacements for things. Except clock guys, apparently.

@ClockShopMontville

Жыл бұрын

It can get very confusing can't it, even for us clock guys! Movements can and do have model numbers, however each model number will come with a number of options i.e Hermle 2100, but then in the range of Hermle 2100 you have to select the appropriate shaft length and specs. So it can help narrow the selection down, but the world of clock movements is so vast and there are hundreds, if not thousands of brands of replacements, and a lot of the time customers will want to replace a cheaper quality movement with a higher quality (new brand) movement, in which case the model number would be useless. But in theory maybe one day!