Surplus Center's Curtis Cab

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RockyNY

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Kioti NX6010CH
Just wondered if anyone has purchased the MF Curtis cab that Surplus center has for $599. I'm about ready to order one and attempt to modify it to fit my 4035 Mahindra. I figure for $599 + freight, there's enough of materials I can use (windshield, roof, doors & wipers) to make it worthwhile even if I can't get the frame to fit.
 
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I looked at those also, but the wheel-cutouts won't work for my GC.
The frame just may fit on your Mahindra, and it appears that the wheel cutouts will work on your tractor. Take a few measurements and see whit it looks like, then decide.
The price is right if you can make it work.
 
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That looks like a pretty good deal if you can get it to fit your machine. I would love to find a cab that I could get to fit my TN-70. Likely will have to build one when I eventually work my way down the list of other things I need to do first.....
 
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Well I received the cab today. I was surprised how fast it arrived, Surplus Center had said 5-7 business days for delivery. It shipped on Tuesday and arrived on Friday, with Thursday being a holiday. Now for the fun part, making it fit.
 
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Please post some pics and keep us posted.
Ac
 
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I unpacked all the pieces tonight, I'm pleased with the quality of this cab, everything is very sturdy. After some preliminary measuring and fit-up, I've concluded that I will be able to make everything work, but not without some chopping and welding. The side frames as well as the doors will need to be shortened at the bottom and lengthened in the back. The wheel cutout doesn't match the fenders perfectly, but it's close enough to work, and I can fabricate a skirt to seal the gap. Because I have to modify the doors & door frames, I won't be able to use the vinyl side curtains. This shouldn't be too big an issue, as there is an Amish canvas shop not too far from here. I was also considering replacing the vinyl with glass anyhow. It'll be a project for sure, but I still think it will be easier than building a cab from scratch.
 
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I unpacked all the pieces tonight, I'm pleased with the quality of this cab, everything is very sturdy. After some preliminary measuring and fit-up, I've concluded that I will be able to make everything work, but not without some chopping and welding. The side frames as well as the doors will need to be shortened at the bottom and lengthened in the back. The wheel cutout doesn't match the fenders perfectly, but it's close enough to work, and I can fabricate a skirt to seal the gap. Because I have to modify the doors & door frames, I won't be able to use the vinyl side curtains. This shouldn't be too big an issue, as there is an Amish canvas shop not too far from here. I was also considering replacing the vinyl with glass anyhow. It'll be a project for sure, but I still think it will be easier than building a cab from scratch.
Pics please...............before you start, and during the fitting process.
 
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Well tomorrow is the first day of fall, and I haven't even started working on this project yet. I plan to start today, and I will have to work fast in order to have it done by the time it gets cold. I'll post some preliminary pics soon.
 
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I'm curious to see how it works out for you.

Be sure to document any modifications you need to make.
 
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I'm curious to see how it works out for you.

Be sure to document any modifications you need to make.

+1 Could be something I try later too. Best wishes!
 

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