The WoodChuck Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 WoodChuck here. I have begun work on the DC-17 as promised. I chose to begin with the lower front section. I don't know if it's a power pack, or just a grip, but that seemed the easiest place to start. I glued up some white pine 2 X 4 stock and then used my band saw to cut the blank to shape. Stay tuned for further reports as the work progresses. QUESTION: Should I ask for a list of names now of the troopers that may be interested in getting one of these? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted March 31, 2009 Author Share Posted March 31, 2009 I cut seperate pieces of pine for the front and rear portions of the fore grip. Then I glued each block into it's exact location on the fore grip. Now I know how a jeweler must feel cutting diamonds. Sanding the complex angles is not for the faint of heart. Here is the finished prototype fore grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader74 Posted March 31, 2009 Share Posted March 31, 2009 Looking good Chuck. Is there ANYTHING you can't build from wood? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 6, 2009 Author Share Posted April 6, 2009 WoodChuck here. Thanks go out to Thorn and his stealth extraction team. I am back in the workshop for a couple of days, then we head to the North country for a couple of months. NO WORRIES!! I have a work shop up there too, so work will continue on this project. I figured the next piece to build would be the front section that the grip mounts to. This photo shows the interior construction. I used 1/8th inch model ply for the exterior walls. Here you can see the hole for access to electronics if buyer wants to install them. Front section with fore grip installed. Next comes the box with the slots....................Stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 12, 2009 Author Share Posted April 12, 2009 Woodchuck here. the part I will call the "Slot Box" is next. I cut the basic shape from 3/4" poplar. Then I cut the edges off to get the correct angles. And here is the Assembled unit: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Productions Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 How much wood would a woodchuck chuck, if a woodchuck could chuck wood ? well by the looks of this project you dont chuck anything away. looks brill, keep the tread updated Luke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 16, 2009 Author Share Posted April 16, 2009 Woodchuck here. I edited my last reply with BIG photos. I am still plugging away on this project. My digital camera seems to have a battery that won't recharge without the charger that I (sez the wife) left at home. I am working on the top part of the front barrel now. I have the pieces cut and glued together, and am taking Will's advice, and using rare earth magnets to hold it in place, as this part has to be removed to mount the accessories. Photos tomorrow, as I just found the charger the wife packed in HER bag. (Don't go there)................LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 Here are the latest photos. I am building the front barrel. The clear tubing is just a big hose, and is flexible. Customer installed Blue LED's should lite it up rather nice. These are the pieces I cut for the base of the barrel. Pieces glued in place on the base. Rear view showing pieces in place. This is the interior view of the front barrel showing the PVC, the bracing, and the rare earth magnets. This view shows the magnets installed on the base. Assembled front barrel in correct position. The rare earth magnets do a super job of keeping everything aligned. I have some greebles to add to the sides and the front, then it's on to the body of the gun itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 21, 2009 Author Share Posted April 21, 2009 Here is the latest progress: The piece I call the Counter and Clip Section is shown. You can see theopening I left for a customer installed counter and you can also see the REM's for the clip to grap when inserted. This is another view, showing the construction of this section. Here I am starting to build up the receiver section of the body. This view shows how it all looks when joined together. Hre is a view of the front barrel section with all the greebles and such. More WIP's to follow, as I am getting to spend more time in the alternative man cave up here in the cold country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 27, 2009 Author Share Posted April 27, 2009 Here are a couple more WIP photos. I'm starting to drool now, LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenthork Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 you are crazy man!!! your work is really AWESOME Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Dirty Trooper Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Jeepers !! You really got golden hands :o !! Fantastic work. Grtz RAY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 28, 2009 Author Share Posted April 28, 2009 Today I built up the grip and attached it. Now you can see the SIZE of the Dee Cee from these photos: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Dirty Trooper Posted April 28, 2009 Share Posted April 28, 2009 You think you can hit a Jawa with that ?! Looking aim m8 ! Grtz RAY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 29, 2009 Author Share Posted April 29, 2009 Today I built the blast shield and installed it. I also added the greebles on the top. I did modify the pistol grip, making it narrower so it would be easier to hold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted April 30, 2009 Author Share Posted April 30, 2009 WoodChuck here. This Dc-17 is ready to lock and load!!!!! It's finished, as far as I am concerned, and ready for paint. Thanks go out to all the troopers that sent me references and answered all the questions I had about this project. Here are some photos of the finished product. I wanted a lot of detail, canon as possible, and still have it as my version as well. I made the muzzle shorter, and removed the slide from the left side as per suggestions from real RC's. LOL For the LED installation, the clear plastic tube in the front is removablde. The rear butt stock comes off by removing two screws and the entire length of the gun is hollow. The top plate with the rear site is held in place by two screws, and can be removed for LED installation underneath. A plate on the bottom of the receiver in front of the grip is removable for access for a counter installation. The plastic strip in the clip is removable. Button batteries could be installed inside the clip, but it isn't big enough to hold a regular 9V battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader74 Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 Awesome job buddy! Your skills amaze me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoCKo Posted April 30, 2009 Share Posted April 30, 2009 i´m not that big clone trooper fan but that looks amazing! i love your attention to details! will you do the different attachments too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The WoodChuck Posted May 1, 2009 Author Share Posted May 1, 2009 WoodChuck here. Roger roger. If a customer wants the sniper or AA atachment, I will make them. $100 each plus shipping. I am going to start a new thread in the FOR SALE OR TRADE forum to see who wants to purchase these at this time. I have contacted everyone who expressed an interest during this build thread. It seems the econmy still sucks, and I understand if you cannot justify the cost. Thanks for all the positive feedback during the build, as this was a very complex, but fun project. Chuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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