DIY Tractor Cab For $400

This video shows how to repurpose scrap metal to make a basic cab. This cab was not fancy like a factory cab but it keeps the snow from sandblasting my face when snowblowing in the wind.
Introduction, tools required, materials list
0:19 Salvaging the windshield, side windows and heater core from an old bus
2:03 Tip to protect vulnerable materials (vinyl, plastic) while welding overhead
2:27 Cab frame angle adjustment using a torch
5:27 Mounting the front right corner of the cab frame to the tractor
8:32 Mounting the front left corner of the cab frame to the tractor
9:59 The design review allowing easy removal of the entire cab, if desired in the summer
10:14 Making the cross bars between the 2 sides of the roll bar
10:40 Sourcing the roof
11:04 Overview of tools required
12:26 Door frames and front/rear window frames
15:12 Reviewing all the parts before painting
15:20 Color matching the painting
16:05 Side door hinges and clasps
16:45 Installing sliding windows in the doors
16:51 Widening the roof panel
18:02 Attaching the cab frame to the factory roll bar
18:30 Finished product walk around
20:50 Snow blowing from inside the cab

[@freemendontask6622]

the welds are beautiful!

[@raymondmiddleton308]

It keeps the weather out that's all that matters all the best to you

[@avadriscoll9181]

Very educational, the camera click doesn’t bother me at all 📸

[@billward3206]

It was going good up until you used your free glass and then it obviously went south…
Don’t get all teary eyed - it’s constructive criticism
I liked the video thank you