Homemade Cab

[Rideking 32]

Well after using my snowblower it's become very clear that I'll need some form of protection from the snow. However this cab is going to be slightly different as I want to be able to remove the front frame work in the summer abd use the top as a sun screen. I'm using electrical conduit for the framework and have black and clear vynil for the skin. Here is the progress so far:

[AMC RULES 37,141]

Looks nicely done so far.    

[mbarb54 8]

I understand the need for protection from the snow. Looks like you have a good plan in the works. Please post pictures of the completed project.

[Wishin4a416 2,191]

Looks good so far!!

[Rideking 32]

Here is the result of today's work, the front windshield and legs unbolt from the main frame allowing it to be used in the summer as a sun shade. Still need to add some cross braces for extra strength. Next I'm onto the adding the fabric.

[AMC RULES 37,141]

Will you be adding framework for some working doors too? 

[Ed Kennell 39,253]

Really looks professionally done. Will you be adding wider vertical corners to the back to get more width ? How did you connect the conduit  to itself ?

[Rideking 32]

Right now I'm just interested in a roof and a windshield. The frame is welded together. If the current setup works I may add more features in the future. I'll take some pictures of how it mounts tomorrow, but it basically uses 4 holes under the seat, and the from front frame slips over the front foot pegs and bolts to the roof - which can be taken off and the roof used as a sun shade. Total investment including the fabric is $30.00

Edited December 31, 2013 by Rideking

[chazm 413]

Good job , keep the pics coming 

 

Chasm 

[Ed Kennell 39,253]

Are you using aluminum or steel conduit ?

[Rideking 32]

It's 3/4" galvanized steel conduit from lowes, $3.50 for a 10' stick.

[shallowwatersailor 3,213]

In the side view, it looks like you have the front of the cab sweeping back. The lift handle might interfere once you drop the blade. I think that the Original Cab Co. (Wheel Horse supplier) has a straight front.

[AMC RULES 37,141]

Original Cab framework shown here for reference.    

Edited January 1, 2014 by AMC RULES

[KC9KAS 4,741]

Thanks for the photos.

You are doing an excellent job on your home-made cab....Looks factory.

I need to get my son to help me bend some conduit and customize my cab to fit something I own.

I can bend conduit, but "it ain't pretty"!

[Rideking 32]

Got the top and windshield installed today, wife let me use here sewing machine so I could hem the top to make it fit nicely. Everything clears with no problem, when the weather warms up I'll paint the frame black, and depending on how much snow blow-back I get I may install a skirt below the windshield. Pleased with the results so far.

[KC9KAS 4,741]

Very nice.....Are you using EMT of RIGID conduit?

[Rideking 32]

Emt conduit, made a roof rack for my jeep out of it years ago, it held up well. If your going to weld it just be sure to do in a well ventilated area. I fish mouthed all the joints for added weld area and better fit.

[stevebo-(Moderator) 8,364]

You are doing a really nice job on this project!! Keep the pics coming as you progress please.

[Ed Kennell 39,253]

Great workmanship......I can see this growing into a completely enclosed cab.   Keep us posted.   

[Fun Engineer 859]

Looking good.  Would you post some pictures of the fabric installation? Thanks

[Anglo Traction 761]

Excellent job your doing there with the design and fabrication  .
Always impressed when I hear a guy who also uses a Sewing Machine as well  .
Look forward to seeing the completed Cab.

[Trouty56 567]

This is nice!!!   How rigid is it for just the sun canopy??  That top is great....

[mbarb54 8]

My two cents is you'll want a skirt below the windshield. You will definitely get snow blow-back. I usually get snow piling up on my hood just below the windshield of my cab. 

[AMC RULES 37,141]

Looking good.  Would you post some pictures of the fabric installation? Thanks

    

[MalMac 1,332]

mbarb54 is correct, put a skirt on it. Snow will come flying through there. In all actuality when blowing snow unless you have a totally enclosed cab your going to get it. Even on OEM cabs I have seen swirling snow come up from underneath the cab. Looks like your on the road to a nice looking functionable cab keep up the good work.