Expert: Kenneth Saunders - 10/22/2007

Question
I have  Kuempel Chime Clock Works grandfather clock. The design was registered 1956, if that helps.  It strikes 13 at
1 o'clock and 2 o'clock and then goes back to the regular time from 3-12 o'clock.  Is this something I can fix myself or do I have to take it to a repair shop?

Answer
Kinda technical - but the rack is dropping not enough teeth- most often caused by the rack tail being bent. The fix is to make adjustments to the front of the mechanism so it works properly. To do this the front of the movement needs to be accessible either by removing the mechaism from the case or sometimes the dial can be removed to gain access. Easy job for a pro.