How to Fix Grandfather Clock Movements Step 1 – Weight. Weights control the grandfather clock movements. Step 2 – Checking the Weight. Examine and see if the weights are aligned properly. Step 3 – The Hands. Step 4 – The Pendulum. Step 5 – The Moon Dial. Step 6 – Check the Level. Step 7 – The Ticking. Step 8 – Shifting the Clock. Click to see full answer. Also question is, how much does it cost to repair a grandfather clock? Standard Prices Services Starting prices for these services. If two prices, the first is for a 30 hr. clock, second is 8-day Special charges House call, including pick-up of clocks for repair* $140.00** Set up a grandfather clock (after a move, or newly delivered, uncrated) $70.00** plus house call charge Beside above, how long do grandfather clocks last? about 10-15 years Keeping this in view, what cause a pendulum to come to a stop? A pendulum is an object hung from a fixed point that swings back and forth under the action of gravity. The swing continues moving back and forth without any extra outside help until friction (between the air and the swing and between the chains and the attachment points) slows it down and eventually stops it.Can I transport a grandfather clock on its back?If you are not sure how to transport a grandfather clock, you’d better keep it in an upright position during transit. Newer grandfather clocks can be moved lying down but this puts unnecessary pressure on the panels and glass elements, increasing the risk of breaking.

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