The chainsaw is the main element that characterizes (and defines, I dare say) the character of Ash Williams.
For 10 long months I’ve been scouring the internet for any information I could find about how to build the most faithful copy of the most emblematic movie props of all time.
I saw a huge number of ways of doing things, of crazy methods, quick processes…in the end, we had to face the facts : if I really wanted to obtain the desired effect, I only had one and only one solution (which I tried to avoid until then because of its complexity and because I’m just all thumbs when it comes to DIY).
Take heart, a man’s gotta do what a man’s gotta do : I chose the “realistic” version…FROM A REAL CHAINSAW !!!
Tools
A tape measure
A drill
An electric screwdriver
Some screwdrivers
A hacksaw
A panel saw
A mitre box with a back saw
A vise
A cutter
Some sandpaper
Some files
Optional : A 3D printer
Materials
Homelite XL chainsaw (non-working model, purchased on the internet)
32-Inch bicycle chain (116 links)
3.5 1/2 inch T-Bolt clamp (89-99mm)
Cheap pilates/stretching floor mat
Hardware
3.5 inch aluminum door kickplate
Two 1/4 inch bolts 1/2 inch in length w/nuts
Five 1/4 inch bolts 1 inch in length w/nuts
Two 1/4 inch Phillips head bolts 1 inch long w/nuts
Two 1/4 inch Phillips head bolts 2 inch long w/nuts
Two 1/4 inch carriage bolts one inch in length w/nuts
Two 1/4 inch coach screws 1 inch in length w/nuts
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Hi !!!
Thank you a lot for leaving a comment.
As I said in the “Five WS and How” page, I really love making props…and talking about it too…so, the conversations came out quite naturally from my mouth 😉
Now back to your question: this is not a paid subject, I created and manage this site all by myself, and I made it just for fun (same as making props).
Have a nice day.
Max
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