Recommendation for movement, other components, for XL clock?

Posted: Sat Aug 13, 2011 5:44 pm     Post subject: Recommendation for movement, other components, for XL clock?

Hello!
I posted a while ago, asking about pendulums and high torque movements. I have additional questions and am hoping you can make a recommendation based on the new info and photos I'm providing.

Here's a photo of the clock in question (it's approximately 30" in diameter):



And here's a photo of the existing movement (sorry it's sideways - I'm not able to edit it in my browser):


The pendulum attaches to the bottom of the existing movement (left side of the pic) and swings from the topmost part (right side).

Other relevant info: the clock has a cross-brace that'sat least 3/4" deep (and probably one inch), which I think will accommodate most of the movements you show on your site).

Can you recommend the best high torque movement to use with this clock? And, since the pendulum part of the existing movement still works, would it be possible for me to continue to use it to power the existing pendulum? I'm not certain that makes sense, since new pendulum movements are so inexpensive, but I'm interested in saving money, and I already know that this pendulum movement works with this clock (although perhaps having to relocate it will cause some sort of problem).

In your previous reply to me, you suggested purchasing new hands too, but I'm rather baffled by the choices. Could you also recommend a set of hands (hour and minute) that most closely resemble the existing hands on my clock?

Also, will I need any specialized tools to make this repair? How much will they cost?

I received an estimate of $40 from another clock repairer to fix my clock, which I originally purchased on sale for only $4.95 (!!!). I'm fairly mechanically inclined, but OTOH, I broke the movement when I needed to swap out the batteries. I'm thinking that if it's too tricky to do this myself, or if I will need specialized tools to do a decent job on it, maybe it would be better to shell out the $40.

Your advice would be greatly appreciated.

Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 1:13 pm     Post subject:

For high torque movements, you may look at the following:
#10114 and #10115. The difference between the two movements has to deal with clock face thickness. #10114 would fit clock faces that were about 3/16" thick. #10115 would fit clock faces that are 3/4" thick.

I do not know if you will be able to use your exsisting pendulum unit. If the exsisting unit is separate from your quartz motor (and the quartz motor can be removed from it), then you should be able to use it. If not, you will require the following item: #20071. This is just a pendulum unit that the quartz motor mounts within.

In regard to hands, it is probably a good idea to order them (as I can not guarentee your exsisting hands will work with our high torque movement). Select a style based upon your original minute hand length (from the center of the mount hub to the end of the hand). Generally, the minute hand should be long enough to reach the numerals of the clock face.

No specialized tools will be required. You will just want a pair of needle nose pliers handy, and that is about it.

Ultimately, you should be able to replace your current movement for just under $25 (when considering all the items mentioned above). Note that it will be less if you should be able to use your pendulum unit.