Evil Dead II/Army of Darkness replica chainsaw
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PropReplicaGuy
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well done!
jimmydellamorte
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More progress pics coming soon, I just have to get my camera back from a buddy.
jrpage74
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This looks great and is helpful as I am getting ready to start mine. I got an old 180 Classic (basically the XL) and can't wait for it to show so I can start gutting.
I am having trouble finding a 20" bar that fits the XL. Any part numbers or where to look? I have tried Oregon and ebay, but nothing specifically states the XL, most likely because it is not supposed to run a 20" bar. Is the XL12 mounting setup the same?
I am having trouble finding a 20" bar that fits the XL. Any part numbers or where to look? I have tried Oregon and ebay, but nothing specifically states the XL, most likely because it is not supposed to run a 20" bar. Is the XL12 mounting setup the same?
jimmydellamorte
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As far as I know, most chainsaw guide bars will fit the XL. It has universal mounts.
jimmydellamorte
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I've been slacking on the saw making masks for some buyers. As soon as I'm done I will get back to the chainsaw. I did finally get the oil and gas tanks cut and mounted. Just need to cut the bar mount engine piece and make that cursed grill piece so I can start the fun stuff like distressing.
IanW
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Hey if you need a resin vent piece, I would happily supply it for you. I have a few pics on my post of my Evil dead II Chainsaw prop, as well as in my albums.
Ian
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Back Alley Matt
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Chainsaw is looking awesome!!! Can't wait to see it all done.
jimmydellamorte
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IanW
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jimmydellamorte
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I'm gonna purchase the grill piece from Ian so all that's left really is plasti-dipping the side black handle, mounting the clamp, attaching the chain and guide bar and some major distressing.
jimmydellamorte
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Microsoft Zune
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okay here are some pics.
The Beast
What it looks like on the inside
The part you need
What you need to cut
If you want to put in a motor then you can see how much space you have. Not much.
That weathering is sick. I just picked up a homelite xl and will be working on it over the weekend. any tips for the aged look?
rpat
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I built one of these a while back and really enjoyed the process. I strongly recommend anyone who is thinking about it to jump in and make one. It's such a fun project from start to finish. Stripping out a real chainsaw, modding it and ending up with a gruesome Evil Dead prop is way better than simply buying a replica one. Half the fun is making it yourself, the other half is strapping it on and battling some Deadites!
Here's some pics of mine:
Here's some pics of mine:
JaggerWolf
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Looks awesome - Been thinking about adding one of these to my collection.....now just need to fit it in between all the other projects.....
Yours turned out great! I've been working on mine for a few years ( I don't have pictures posted yet). It's closer to the Cabin Saw from EvilDeadChainsaws.com. He was actually prototyping around the same time I started mine from scratch. Since he is a prop maker and special effects person, he was able to reproduce exact functional chainsaws. The website is no longer in business, but the owner opened up a thorough website that is "Everything Evil Dead". The best Evil Dead/ Army of Darkness site around in my opinion Book Of The Dead - The Definitive Evil Dead Website All his schematics are on that web site.
In terms of your chainsaw bar bracket. It looks like you extracted it from the engine block. Is that correct? Pretty ingenious! I've been racking my brains trying to figure out how to create a bracket from scratch. What tool did you use to cut the block?
Also earlier you mentioned a fan engine to rotate the chain. What kind of fan are you referring to? The guy from EvilDeadChainsaws.com recommended a battery powered drill motor. unfortunately, I don't think there is enough room in mine due to the raised center piece (Cabin saw model) to accommodate a drill motor and battery.
About 10 years ago I made my own from scratch (with minimal photo references), prior to my attempt at going a more "authentic route" using a Homelite Super 2 body (Both XL and Super 2 are the dimensions. I have both) Home Made Props - Britton Mitchell I'm not completely satisfied, but it's nice to have a backup.
In terms of your chainsaw bar bracket. It looks like you extracted it from the engine block. Is that correct? Pretty ingenious! I've been racking my brains trying to figure out how to create a bracket from scratch. What tool did you use to cut the block?
Also earlier you mentioned a fan engine to rotate the chain. What kind of fan are you referring to? The guy from EvilDeadChainsaws.com recommended a battery powered drill motor. unfortunately, I don't think there is enough room in mine due to the raised center piece (Cabin saw model) to accommodate a drill motor and battery.
About 10 years ago I made my own from scratch (with minimal photo references), prior to my attempt at going a more "authentic route" using a Homelite Super 2 body (Both XL and Super 2 are the dimensions. I have both) Home Made Props - Britton Mitchell I'm not completely satisfied, but it's nice to have a backup.
