How to Remove and Install Grandfather Clock Drive Chains

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7 жыл бұрын

Link to this video's blog posting with text summary and hi-res photo gallery.
www.toddfun.com/2016/11/02/how...
Link to my first video on this grandfather clock
www.toddfun.com/2016/01/10/how...
Link to my test Stand build and hammer refurbish video
www.toddfun.com/2016/03/13/gra...
Link to part 1 (Examine clock)
www.toddfun.com/2016/03/14/how...
Link to part 2a (Disassemble clock)
www.toddfun.com/2016/05/30/how...
Link to part 2b (Clean clock)
www.toddfun.com/2016/06/01/how...
Link to part 3 (Oil clock).
www.toddfun.com/2016/08/07/how...
Link to part 4 (Setup clock).
www.toddfun.com/2016/11/02/how...
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@jarrodwiesner1845 3 жыл бұрын

He said he was going to tell weight placement??

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Thought I did, maybe it was in another video I did. On mine and most of the same they hang heaviest from right to left.

@jarrodwiesner1845 3 жыл бұрын

@@ToddFun thanks so much. Oh and ya you did. But thanks for the info....again

@sharonmanprin9768 2 жыл бұрын

@@ToddFun looking form the front of the clock or looking from the back of the clock? Right or left?

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

@@sharonmanprin9768 Looking from the front of the clock

@sabrinacooper7943 2 жыл бұрын

He did say the beginning.. heavy one on R. Lighter one on L.

@fixerlady8274 5 жыл бұрын

My grandfather clock chain came off and I thought I would have to find a clock repair person to drive to our small remote community. Then I found your video and at least understood what I was looking at when I held a mirror to see the inner workings. I was able to rethread the chain and get the clock going again. I am a 69 year old grandma. I smile when I see the clock ticking away and know I fixed it. Thank you!!!!!!

@jasond.m.3726 Жыл бұрын

Just happened to me 😂.

@RickeyLCarter 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! After moving to Washington State in 2014, my clock had the center chain come off. I checked and it was over $200.00 to get repaired in home. Today, I thought "what the heck!" and searched KZfaq. I found this video, watched it about 4 times to make sure I got it, and after about 5 minutes, I GOT THE CHAIN BACK ON!! My wife was amazed! I forgot just how beautiful this sound was! We have a Grandfather clock upstairs, but this one is down stairs and once I dust it off, I plan to put it in our living room and enjoy it once again! Thank you Todd for this very useful video! You are great!

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped. Glad you're enjoying your clock again!

@donnahundl5205 8 күн бұрын

Because of your video, you saved us several hundred dollars to get someone to come out and put the center chain back on! We were able to do it ourselves!!!

@joelm.1538 3 жыл бұрын

After having my grandfather clock disassembled due to countless military moves, it’s finally fixed. Thanks Todd!!

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped.

@satinsteel 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You saved me $200 bucks! I inherited my Grandfather's clock and wasn't sure how to put it back together. It's now working and everytime it chimes it reminds me of him!

@user-fq6nz1ck3w 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! Right weight chain was completely off my 1972 Ridgeway grandfather clock; followed your video and fixed it perfectly. Hardest part was opening the chain link to remove the end tags!

@DuolosX Жыл бұрын

Found this video because we inherited a Howard Miller 610-202 clock and it was transported to our house with the chains off. Was worried we'd have to call a repairman because I could not figure out how we'd get to the middle sprocket, but this has given me hope. Thank you for putting this video online for us know-nothings! :)

@ToddFun 11 ай бұрын

Great. hope you for it figured out.

@leannefuller5787 Жыл бұрын

We are so grateful for this video. We bought our clock and didn't prepare it well for transport. After we removed the weights, the chains quickly slipped off one by one. Your video saved the day!

@ToddFun Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@aragon2235 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the video.. we fiddled with the middle chain for over an hour and then I checked KZfaq. Found you video and got that middle chain on the gear in less than 30 minutes. You're a life saver and back saver.

@monicaswank1268 3 жыл бұрын

A few years back I was blessed to receive my grandma’s grandfather clock when we moved last year I accidentally pulled the center chain off. Everyone said I couldn’t fix it on my own but I found your video and all afternoon I have been listening to the beautiful chimes as it is completely fixed! I can’t wait to watch to see how to care for it. Thanks!

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped. Nice DIY feeling right.

@mosspiglet_ 2 жыл бұрын

This is so wonderful! The weights on my grandfather clock were pulled too high and got stuck so I had removed them and they have been just sitting there for a year. After I found your video I followed your instructions, actually was able to do it without using a wire. Also mine didn't have side panel access but it had a rear one so that was how I got to it. It worked perfectly! So happy!

@patricksbeach 2 жыл бұрын

I had ABSOLUTELY no idea how a grandfather clock worked when I volunteered to set a friends up with just the chains and weights randomly in a box. Excellent instructional and the finished clock keeps perfect time. Thanks Todd.

@janeekavanagh1610 5 жыл бұрын

I got a grandsfather clock from an estate sale and it had no chains attached. Watched this video about 3 times and got them all on in the right place. Todd, you're the greatest. I subscribed and will watch more videos as I try to put everything back together. Thanks again!!!!!

@ToddFun 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Janee! Glad you sub'ed and glad to have helped.

@keithnicholls5793 4 жыл бұрын

This was a huge help. Complete beginner, managed to rechain my new Westminster Chime in an hour after watching this. Had a bit of an issue with the centre gear ( the clock) but solved that by hooking a length of wire on the sprockets and pulling the chain through by finger turning the sprocket with the chain tagging along behind. Thanks

@schalleswilliams2741 7 жыл бұрын

Hi. Thank you so much for this super simple ""how-to" video. My mother was going to pay someone $250 to do this and get the clock working. I am a 50(ish) yr old woman, and had to wait til she went to church, to sneak and surprise her. My point with my age and gender, is that first try, the weight is back in place, and I have never touched a clock before!!! Thank you again!. On to the next video to get her started again.

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

Good to hear you're trying. Let me know how it works out.

@rogergatdula4231 5 жыл бұрын

My grandmother clock pendulum come loose how do yo put together don't know if something broken most of the parts are loose the movers I think miss handle it.

@johnsponaugle3847 4 жыл бұрын

Roger Gatdula really? Just the pendulum being unattached . .. is that correct? The stick with the circular pendant on the bottom , that swings back and forth in the clock? You’re inquiring how to reattach it , KZfaq’d it infact . Did you get it reattached ? How did you find the info or did you have a friend help or just messed with it until you got it back on? Sorry , for the many questions, just am genuinely curious ab your jostled moved clock. Cora from Alaska

@its_me_lindao 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This video was perfect! We moved over a year ago, it was a self-move and I made the mistake of removing the chains and the weights. I should have just removed the weights only and secured the chains instead, but hindsight is 20/20. For a year my clock has been non-operating and everyone I called wanted to charge me $350-$450 to come out and re-assemble. With the help of this video you shared, I did it myself and I am thrilled - It is working again and it is music to my ears. Thank you! Thank you! for sharing you expertise. Excellent instructions!!

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Sure, glad to have been of help. Great to hear you are enjoying your clock again and were able to successfully do the work at a good savings.

@Comascape 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! My wife surprised me with one this weekend and the center chain came off while moving it. This video saved the day!

@julietorrez4743 6 жыл бұрын

This shows the amazing power of the internet. Thank you so much for this video! I am not a clock mechanic but I am the stupid fool who took the weights and chains off when moving houses so the clock wouldn’t get damaged. But then, I had no idea how to put it all back together. That was until I watched your video and BAM! All fixed! Thank you so much!

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Your welcome. Glad to be helpful.

@loumika1624 2 жыл бұрын

My father assembled a clock kit in the '70s. When he passed in 2009 I moved the clock to my home and the chains had fallen off during the move. Reattaching them was a mystery to me. So for 13 years the clock has sat silently. Thank you so very much for helping me to once again bring life and a voice to this beautiful heirloom.

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful !

@margaretselli1641 7 жыл бұрын

YOU ARE SO PATIENT WHEN MECHANICAL REPAIRS. EXCELLENT TEACHING METHODS

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Margaret! I have one more video on this clock. I have to do that final bushing replacement video.

@margaretselli1641 7 жыл бұрын

I wish u lived in Gainesville, FL, so you can fix my Aaron Willard grandfathers clock. It's 37 years old and has been cleaned 5 years ago. We moved it to FL and the pendulum is hooked up, but it doesn't continue swinging on it's own. I push it, it swings, then pendulum stops after 3 min. thanks again M. Selli

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

If you can't get it going just google for a local horologist. I'm sure there would be one you could take it to and some even do house calls.

@rebeccajohnson908 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Todd! The the chain for the middle weight of my clock came off the sprocket. With your detailed instruction I was able to put it back in place without too much difficulty. My clock is up and running again.

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!

@cparkinson5 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Todd. This saved me considerable cash by allowing me to fix a chain end that had gotten caught up in the quarterly chimes' sprocket. It took me only 20 minutes to fix it!

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped Christine.

@IrrelevantGeOff Жыл бұрын

Might be the single most helpful grandfather clock video I’ve found online! Thank you for making such a helpful video, you’ve saved us all a ton of time and money ❤

@ToddFun 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@crystalkakebeen1464 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining things so simply. Wonderful directions. You saved us $150+.

@21234Bettyrt 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH! while moving from MD to NC the packers pulled all the chains tightly and then it was over tight, I got the chains off and finally got the right and left chair on but had no idea how to do the middle chain. you video has told me how now...thanks so very much. It's so hard to get a grandfather clock man to come out so I have resorted to use KZfaq...lol...thanks so very much...lovely easy video.

@aftermidnight4867 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thank you!!! I know this is an older video, but you helped me fix my heirloom clock. I am really grateful that you made this video and explained the “how to” so well!!! Thank you, again!!! ❤️

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@rayc8396 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much just got a Hammond with a Hermele movement and your video was soooooo helpful. The previous owner never got it to work. We put chains on and it did.

@juliemartinez8618 3 жыл бұрын

Clean chain on grandfather clock

@DaleStagg Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. My clock hasn’t worked in about 8 years and low priority for clock repair in a shop. I was able to fix it myself in a matter of under 20 minutes using the wire trick. My center chain had come off years ago and now my clock is keeping time once again on my30 year oldHoward Miller grandfather clock. It was a breeze thanks 5o you showing this simple trick that works. Thanks again!

@ToddFun Жыл бұрын

Nice! glad to hear you have your clock back. Glad to help

@hick6871 4 жыл бұрын

This was a great video! The technique was easy and explained so well. I did it myself and feel so proud!

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@margaretselli1641 7 жыл бұрын

TOD *thank you again. There is one repair man here in Gainesville. I called him & have an appointment. Hope he can repair our old beautiful grandfather clock

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

Great! let me know how it works out.

@anneacome2489 7 жыл бұрын

Margaret can you please put me in contact with repair man in gainesville I have a Howard miller wall clo0ck from 1979 that needs a once over and the time adjusted I live half way between gainesville and Ocala 5 houses up from 441 Anne

@judithpyle2074 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I accidentally removed one of the 3 chains and wanted to replace it myself--thanks to you I did!!

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@vadenton8735 Жыл бұрын

Oh my Goodness, THANK YOU SO MUCH. We are doing a remodeling job and someone took the weights, chains and pendulum off. Now it's time for me to put it back together. I didn't take it a part so I had no idea on putting it back together. Thank you, Thank you for sharing and teaching.

@ToddFun Жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@jancurcio5573 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Todd for the advice. I was able to reach up with fingers on either side of the wheel and work the chain around and down.

@Tradcraft1692 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful video. I was able to repair my grandfather clock when one of the weights spontaneously came apart after 30 years of use and detached the chain from the gear.

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@rohitgupta857 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Detailed and clear. Helped me fix my clock and it took me just 30 minutes or so - once I found the wire to loop around the gears. I recommend taking the door off the clock. Easier to get your hands in and around where you need to pull the chains.

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@marcelokaidi1438 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, this is exactly what I was looking for my Herschede Bellini and you couldn't have instructed this better.

@showandgo 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, you have knack of explaining things. Thank you so much.

@helenboyd8225 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Todd, I'm a new subscriber. My clock is a German make that came with the Emperor Kit. It has been very dependable but occasionally one of the weights just drops off. I have no idea why but the end result is having to reinstall the chain and put the weight back into it's casing. Your video was very helpful in helping to get things back together. It's working well. Thanks. Incidentally, I'm an 82 year old widow.

@candyhellcat8657 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! This video was a huge help in getting my dad's clock going again.

@callieeubanks7824 17 күн бұрын

Thank you soooo much for sharing this! I restrung my clock all by myself! So proud 💕

@coryjboisvert3863 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, so very much for your tutorial reinstalling middle chain. I have a Ridgeway Grandfather 363.

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped. I made the video because when I went looking for instructions on how to best do it I couldn't find any. I have a few books and the whole internet but couldn't find anything. I called a clock servers company and they kind of gave me the general details on how they do it so I figured I best make a good video on the process so others don't have to spend so much time trying to figure this all out like I did.

@johnaxeman7445 2 жыл бұрын

I was hoping to find a video that would lead me in the right direction.but this one Sir, took me all the way. THANK YOU!!!.

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@cristinazambranoyepes781 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻 After This video I have the courage to fix mine! Because the chain was stocked so wish me all the best!

@cristinazambranoyepes781 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my God I fix the chains exactly the way that you do! 😍 But I don’t know why doesn’t have a sound🤷🏻‍♀️ Please I really appreciate any advice from you! Maybe I forget to do something important!

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

On the face of the clock normally on the right side around the #3 o'clock you should see a small chime/silent lever. make sure it is fully in the chime possition.

@lunatictheater6901 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your helpful video my grandmother just recently passed away and I ended up with her beautiful grandfather clock the chain had came out years ago and now I know how to put it back in.

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, hope it all goes well.

@enemyalien8428 Жыл бұрын

love old world time pieces. your videos are great.

@fernandovicente6006 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Todd! I appreciate your knowledge and your help. God bless.

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Same to you!

@electrichellion5946 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Todd. I do believe I saved me from a bout of frustration and a few choice swear words. My 1979 Ridgeway grandfather clock (I just bought had the chains removed by the former owner after I asked he let me prepare the clock for travel) and I thank you.

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to have helped

@horvardchong9837 7 жыл бұрын

I found this video extremely helpful ! Big love from Malaysia ! Sub !

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to help. Thank you for the sub!

@tracykat3460 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you we got a clock from a estate sale and the chains were off. I lucked out small hands I was able to put chains back on. Running great

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Great! good news. I hope you enjoy your clock for many years.

@toddsmith4088 2 жыл бұрын

hi my name is todd also i have a howard miller clock chain driven clock that does not chime. my question is how do i set the time ? do you move the big arm clock wise or counter clock wise? when i got the clock the right (looking at the clock) chain was off and i set the time by turning the big arn clock wise. please help if u can

@michaelarnold5669 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great job of showing and explaining !

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Michael. Glad to help.

@barbheller4348 2 жыл бұрын

Your video just saved us $375. Thank you. The tip about using 18 gauge wire was so helpful. We have a 1980's Ridgeway Tempus Fugit chain driven grandfather clock. We recently had to remove the weights to move the clock. I actually raised the left and right weights too high and couldn't get the weights off. Thanks to your video we remedied the problem. Somehow in the process the chain for middle weight came out. Question: Does the middle chain feed from left to right? Thank you

@cruzacevedo6885 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. You have convinced me that I have no business getting into my grandfather's Clocks gears and chains since my sprockets overlap and are hard to get to. Best leave this to an expert.

@vickireese6620 10 ай бұрын

I bought a 2nd-hand Colonial gf (1970’s). Chime and strike work well but the time stops at :59 every hour. If I pull on the weight chain it will tick again. If I move the hand past the hour point it will chime and strike. I put the pendulum back in motion and it keeps good time until the :59 mark. Is there some servicing of the time chain and weight that will help this situation?

@Mike8981 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and helpful. Thank you. Just a small point, all grandfather clocks do necessarily have side access panels to access the movement. My clock's hood has to be lifted off for this purpose. Thanks again.

@loriyager4935 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I inherited a clock that my grandfather built and the weight broke off due to old chains. It is important for me to keep this clock working!

@ToddFun Жыл бұрын

Good luck with your repairs. Keep me updated.

@chrispza 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Extremely clear and informative.

@TishaJunco 4 жыл бұрын

Todd thanks so much for this video, you saved a griving daughter... My dad pass away after a terrible accident and the thing he loved the most was one clock similar to this, and this video help me fix the mistake my mom made. I'm gonna watch the rest of the videos to learn how to keep ot running

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry about your loss. I hope the clock brings many years of good memories.

@jacqueso8424 5 ай бұрын

I have a Tempest Fugit tall case g/f clock. The weights all 3 and the pendulum is non existent. If possible id like to know whether a pendulum to build is something i could do. Ive already have been informed the weight of the pen is immaterial to the movemnt. The length and size of bob is. I also gave a German Jmperator which im trying to fabricate a pendulum (quite short from what i could tell. Getting these 2 clocks right and working would make me really happy. I also hope the weights for chains indicated can used for mine(the g/f clock)

@gilbertcerny7416 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video , I bought a 75 Seth Thomas grandfather clock at Goodwill for Fifty bucks that needed some clean up and work, two of the chains came off with the help of this video I had them back on in a few minutes, I ordered a new weight hook from clockworks.com soon as I receive it I'll be watching the clock setup video..

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Super! feels great to make something work and not go to the dump when it really can be a nice thing you can enjoy. I hope it isn't worn out. I have a clock play list on my channel page, you can watch them all and in one I cover inspection.

@27lebs 5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I found your channel. My wife bought me a Herschede grandfather clock (model 325, 3 weights) for my birthday. I've always wanted a nice antique clock & she found a nice looking one on Craigslist. It's missing the pendulum & the chains are off. I'll use this video to give it a shot on my own. I'm wondering how to get the mechanism out of the cabinet. I can see the wingnuts on either side holding it in place. I guess I take off the clock hands but do I pull the face off too so the mechanism comes out the front? Which other videos of yours do you recommend me watching first? Thanks!

@lindapan9124 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Todd, thank you so much for your videos! You're always so clear and so thorough with your explanations and demos. I have a quick question about a fairly old grandmother clock that hasn't been in use for awhile. It still keeps time, but the chiming mechanism is off. The quarterly chime drive gear is moving way too fast and is going non-stop the moment the weight is loaded. The hourly chime is only working sporadically. We tried oiling the wells, but didn't seem to fix the problem. Any tips on things to try at home, without having to take the clock apart by a professional? Thanks again!

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

I don't know many clocks but on mine if the set screw under the quarterly cam was not tight I would think that would cause it to run nonstop. As for speed you might want to make sure the right butterflies governers ate able to swing open smoothly and paddle the air for correct air resistance which is what controls the speed.

@DianebelongstoChrist 3 жыл бұрын

This was great information and excellent teaching! Thank you!

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@pappybo49 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing this, Todd, it was exactly what I was looking for. 🤩A big thumbs up for this video.👍 And even though I don’t know 🤷🏻‍♂️ much about 🕰 I am fascinated learning how to do things like this so I am going to subscribe and check in occasionally to see what’s up. Thanks again for sharing.

@ToddFun 5 жыл бұрын

Sure, glad to help and have you aboard. Wish I had more time to make videos nowadays.

@pappybo49 5 жыл бұрын

After watching your video, I was able to install the new chain and weight with little trouble. Thanks again for your help.

@patromine2213 2 жыл бұрын

You did a beautiful instruction of how to replace chains.

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@dennischarles68 9 ай бұрын

Good video.👍🏼✌🏼 I have a Moathe Grandfather clock. My issue is the centre sprocket for the pendulum (I believe) keeps turning. It doesn't click or have any tension. What's the issue?? 🤔😁 How does the pendulum connect?

@brianlentrichia8597 4 жыл бұрын

Four of the chime rods (Westminster) fell out of my Howard Miller 610-897 grandfather clock. I would like to remount the chimes into their holder. In appears that each of the rods is held in place by it's own screw. These screws are not easy to turn with a conventional screw driver. I haven't been able to find any instructional videos or information on how to reattach these chimes in their holder. Can you provide any guidance?

@greenleaf35 6 жыл бұрын

I recently purchased a Howard Miller grandfather clock from someone and it came with a broken chime rod this is my first grandfather clock I'm wondering do I have to replace the whole chime block or can I just replace the one chime rod it has a brass screw that the rod is embedded in and it broke off flush of the screw it is a side mount chime block any ideas any help would be grateful thank you and I love you videos I'm very informative Charles

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Call these people during business hours. They will need to know the make and model of the clock as well as which chime is broken. They might even sell chime rods on the website. However, after mounting you will have to tune it and unless you have a good ear that might be difficult. If it has to be tuned and you cut off too much the rod is no good. timesavers.com/contact.html

@frankfam8617 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Todd, I got a grandfather clock by Coloniar and it works fine but Chime . do you have any clip for chime?

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

Some. All my clock videos are in this play list: kzfaq.info/sun/PL40clH-yZ7flbW79e7sXZ8Ws9sJbA5zFj

@Bunkysworkshop 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Todd, How do you get the right replacement weights for a grandmother clock? I have a tempus fugit and we have lost the weights.

@ToddFun 2 жыл бұрын

You might get some help by calling timesavers.com in Scottsdale AZ. Ask from help looking up possible replacement parts and have your make and model number from the back brass plate of your clock works mechanism.

@marykayfreemanfalkner4295 6 жыл бұрын

My weight is lying in the chair. The chair was pulled too far by me (up into the clock) and I can't see the end to get it out. I got a flashlight and a mirror, but still can't see it. The side do not come off of this Amish clock. This has really upset me because I can't fix it myself. Please tell me what I should do Todd?

@Towmaster2013 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video for me this Feb 4th 2023.

@ToddFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@tracy6301 3 ай бұрын

Hi there I just bought a Erhard jauch uhrenfabrik emperor grandfather clock made in Germany made in 1977..I am trying to put the chain on the right side gear but it won't turn..yours from this video is made different can you help me?

@rlduet1963 6 жыл бұрын

I recently came in possession of the Howard Miller grandfather clock model number 610-232. It’s been in my family since 1981. It has everything but the chains. Does anyone know what size change and how long. Thank you very much.

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

You best option is to call Time Savers during business hours and ask them if they can help. they do sell chains for just about every clock so they should know what would best fit your cogs: timesavers.com/search.html?q=chain&go=Search

@frankfam8617 7 жыл бұрын

Todd I know you said the heaviest weight on right and lightest on the left, my clock is strange they are almost the same weight 4 LB, 4.6 LB and 4.7 LB. so is that the order from left to right?

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

yes, I would try that first. If one of them stops dropping then switch with a heavier weight. I would also look at the weights every carefully to see if there are any markings that would let you know which order they on (L,C,R) or (1,2,3) as examples.

@Elbenidecordoba 3 жыл бұрын

Good morning. Could you tell me if for a grandfather clock with a chime the weight that weighs more has to go to the center ??? thanks

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

They should be marked on the bottom or someplace. If not I have always seen the heaviest on the right because that runs the 1/4 hour chimes and therefore has the most movement in a week so the gearing gets more torque to compensate for the need for move movement in the same drop as the other two that don't need to produce so much movement in the same drop.

@loriramirez15 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, it was very informative!

@trntmoo 2 жыл бұрын

Center chain has been impossible for me to get. I can't remove side panels or any of the housing so I have no side view. I can get wire up in there, but can't bring it around and down the other side. I'm working blind. Any advice?

@dizastro5437 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I was able to do the outside chains without much fuss just feeding them in from the sides without any other tools, but that center one has me stumped. I will give it a try with some wire.

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Hope it works.

@tomng1918 5 жыл бұрын

im wondering about the position of the chime shut off lever. Is the chime shut off lever the long lever on the right of the mechanism, that is in "up" position? Is the lever in the up position the "chime off" mode? My franz hermle 451-053 does not chime, but clock works. The right and left weights dont go down, but center does, and clock itself works fine. Just the chime does not work. My lever is in "down" position. thanks.

@ToddFun 5 жыл бұрын

Well just move it to the other position and see if it start working. If not then for sure something is wrong and it'll have to be looked at by a horologist.

@Itsme-jq2mw Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, confused about what is right..is it from the back of clock or front ? My grandfather clock is mounted on the wall so I'm going by feel.. facing the clock the left side chain needs to be put back in. Thank you in advance

@ToddFun Жыл бұрын

From the front looking at the clock face the left of the clock is your left and the right is your right.

@jimbos1567 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice video, and very helpful. Thank you

@ToddFun 5 жыл бұрын

Welcome Jim! Glad to share.

@zdannared1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the informative video. I've been trying to find someone to help with this for over a year! It took awhile but I got it done! NOW where can I find replacement hooks for the weights. I lost one. No luck on the Howard Miller side

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Might be best to just buy all new chains with hooks if they have what you need at Time Savers: timesavers.com/c-325857-clock-repair-replacement-parts-weights-weight-shells-components.html

@anthonyconte400 2 жыл бұрын

My chains have circular eyelets so they can be installed either way I used a plastic tie to fish the chain. It is flexible but it keeps straight just enough to push through. Like your videos

@macwall7332 7 жыл бұрын

Todd, I have an antique grandfather clock triple weighter that chimes on the quarter hours but not on the hour. Any advice on how to repair? The clock keeps perfect time, just doesn't strike on the hour.

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

Does the weight for the hour drive train drop as normal as the clock runs? This is the weight on the left. If not then something is jammed or warren out like a pivot. Do you have a silence lever that might be 1/2 engaged? You can also look up a horologist in your area, they still make service calls in most places.

@stevensullivan3464 7 жыл бұрын

I have a broken ratchet spring on the hour cog wheel of my Ridgeway grandfather clock. How do I replace it?

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

I would say you need to take it apart and replace it if you have the skills. If not then send it to a clock repair shop. Good eBay seller: stores.ebay.com/Mount-Vernon-Clock-Company Good repair shop: www.arizonaclockco.com/services.html

@Fischscale77 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I just inherited a Viking grandfather clock that my Grandpa built in the 70’s. Wish me 🍀

@peachy2800 7 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if the pendulum or roller is broken on my Howard Miller clock but if you know what could be wrong please let me know. But I'm not sure if the gears are broken but I don't know a lot about those clocks, I'm not sure if the time on the clock has something to do with it. I did notice that the weight in the middle has a little dent in it but it's not that big I'd say like half an inch or something. (If you can help me please let me know)

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

You're going to need somebody to give it a good looking over. Google for local clock repair service. Many still do house calls.

@krfung 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you your videos are very helpful!

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@tglenn3121 8 ай бұрын

So, I got my grandfather clock 'cleaned/tuned up' and now it will not continue working. Even when I start the pendulum swinging, it goes for maybe four to five minutes and gradually slows to a stop. I have leveled the clock side-to-side and front-to-back, and the pendulum is not hitting any of the chimes, but it doesn't continue swinging for more than five minutes. Any ideas of what I could look for to get this clock going for more than 5 minutes? Thanks.

@cyan53 Ай бұрын

I do have some questions. My clock weight barrel 2 is 8.4 lbs, and one is 13.4 lbs. If I put 13.4 pounds in the chime, it works, but 8.4 pounds does not work in the clock mechanism. But if I put 13.4 pounds in the clock mechanism, it works. How can I fix this problem? Please help.

@nicknisis Ай бұрын

Thank you! This was super helpful!!! 😉👍

@IamTheeEgg 4 жыл бұрын

i do have a question and i hope you will see it to answer it i took off the weights when moving the clock from house to house but i have weighed all 3 weights and the right one like you said is heavier..the center and left are equal weights..does it matter which weight i put on first .. just curious thank you ..i suppose i will start with the heavier one or does it matter?

@ToddFun 4 жыл бұрын

Order of hanging the weights does not matter.

@angelapaparella6414 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Todd, My brother who was a Horologer recently passed away, leaving behind some work that was complete and some that still had to be looked at. I have at our shop, a grandfather clock movement that I need to return to the client and re-install into its cabinet. watching this video about re-installing the drive chains has somewhat calmed me down and prepared me for the delivery and re-assembly of this grandfather clock. I do have other questions in regards to placing back the hands at the right ringing position, as well as properly placing the suspension and pendulum back. do you have other helpful videos that can guide me somewhat? As my brother was receiving work from outside sources as well, a horologer is difficult to come by where we are situated. Can you help?? Thank you

@ToddFun 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have a play list but not all of them may apply to your need. kzfaq.info/sun/PL40clH-yZ7flbW79e7sXZ8Ws9sJbA5zFj

@kurtgoodwin9490 3 жыл бұрын

clear, simple and straight forward. thanks very much

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome. thanks for watching.

@jackhartsough3 5 жыл бұрын

A old lady my neighbor has a tempus fugit and kids pulled the chains too far is there a release in the back of the mechanism? Thanks

@ToddFun 5 жыл бұрын

Yes but to get to the "click" springs you have to take out the mechanism anyway. I have never had any luck getting to the click springs to let down the weights while the mechanism was in the clock. So you might as well see if you can unscrew the hook hangers from the weights while somebody holds the weight body and weight bottom plate. Once the weights are apart you can remove the mechanism or maybe even just remove and re-install the drive chains as in this video.

@jackhartsough3 5 жыл бұрын

@@ToddFun thank you sir you saved this friend of mine hundreds of dollars 😊

@susansuits9851 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like such a dummy. A couple nights ago, I realized I needed to raise the weights on my clock. I lifted up on the middle weight and began to raise the chain. I was distracted and didn't realize the weight had lifted off the hook until the chain came out the other side. Now... I have to get the chain back where it belongs. It just haaaaaaad to be the center weight. I made several attempts tonight but the lighting was bad and my hooker was too stiff. I'll try again tomorrow. Thanks so much for the how to. The closest clock repairman is over an hour away and $$$.

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck. You'll get it. Remember that some clocks have removable hoods and/or side panels that make it a lot easier to fiddle with oiling and chain installs.

@judithsherwood8102 6 жыл бұрын

The center weight does not move down - hence the clock keeps stopping. Any suggestions for fixing this problem? Thank you.

@ToddFun 6 жыл бұрын

Your clock most likely has worn out or really dirty pivots. And it’s probably dirty and needs cleaning. If you don’t think you can fix it yourself you’ll have to take it to clock repair service. Look up horologist in your area.

@5950155 3 жыл бұрын

my roommate inherited a Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock.and had it moved, but now it is not workin..thanks for the info..will watch your other vids to troubleshoot the situation...I love a challenge...hope to hear it chime

@ToddFun 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help