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Old 07-02-2017, 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by villagetinker View Post
I recall a thread earlier on clock repair, and just for kicks, I looked up the electric motor replacements (assuming this is an electric model). and the cheapest I could find these were over $50 each, I used to get these for $5 each. I mention this because the motor is typically the problem, so I am guessing that you will be looking at a minimum $100 repair bill. If you like the housing, you might be able to but in a replacement battery powered movement for less than $20 for parts.
Hope this helps.
Thanks for the speedy reply. It's a key wound mechanical movement; I should have specified. Welcome to TV, from ABE!