This project covers the construction of the mechanical parts and installation into the skull. It does NOT cover the electronics or programming of the routines.
I do not recommend doing this project if you are not comfortable with servos or animatronics. I'd recommend starting with a smaller 'normal size' skull first. Like those available from HalloweenSkulls.com or Skulltronix.com
WARNING: You will be cutting large holes in your plastic skull as well as separating the jaw from the skull. You will also need to cut the metal pipe that protrudes out of the neck a small amount so it doesn't interfere. Be careful and make sure you are comfortable with this!!!
NOTE: This is not meant to be water-resistant!!! If you plan to keep you Skully out for the month of October, this may not be meant for you... or try to find a 2nd head you can swap in!
DUE THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!!! I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURIES OR DAMAGE YOU MAY CAUSE.
This may help some people here. It is possible to buy replacement parts, including the skull for the 12 ft directly from the manufacturer. My goal is to have a stock skull for display that I can swap with the animated skull when it's showtime. It may also help people feel less pressure to not mess up their one and only skull by cutting into it.
https://sviservice.com/collections/2023