Kubota L4200 Cab **Updated Thread**

[mcd176]

Thanks MJN!

 

[JohnDeere4300]

Here are some recent pics of my cab build, I have not been able to spend the time I have wanted to on it due to work, but i am getting there, Hopefully I will be painting it on Monday.

-Mike

Very nice job!

I also like to use a grinder on the welds when you join two pieces of metal together.. It really makes it look clean... You done a great job.

Thanks for the update!

 

[have_blue]

MCD176,

Great work! I love projects like this. Can't wait to see the final pictures!

Are you gluing the glass directly to the steel cage? Is the glue going to a little bit flexible? If not, any flex in the cage can cause the glass to break.

 

[mcd176]

Have Blue,

Thank you for the comments, Yes i am gluing directly to the steel cage just like the factory cabs, i will be using ind standard NAPA brand Urathane Glass Adhesive, There have been other threads on here concerning this adhesive.

-Mike

 

[mcd176]

I am happy to report that the main frame of the cab is DONE!! I have it mounted and have used seam sealer along every point where the cab meets the tractor, it made a very clean looking job, I then primed the whole cab and am going to begin the roof later today. I will post some pics this afternoon once the rain stops.

-Mike

 

[mcd176]

********* Glass Question ***********

Should I use 3/16" or 1/4" TEMPERED Glass in the cab, I thought about 1/4" in the windshield and maybe 3/16" in the rest, let me know what you guys think.

-Mike

 

[mjncad]

********* Glass Question ***********

Should I use 3/16" or 1/4" TEMPERED Glass in the cab, I thought about 1/4" in the windshield and maybe 3/16" in the rest, let me know what you guys think.

-Mike

Unless weight and cost are significantly different, I'd go with 1/4". I definitely think 1/4" is the way to go for the front and back glass since they are more prone to impact damage than the side glass.

Out of curiosity, will the front glass be automotive safety glass with the PVC sheet between the inner and outer pieces of glass?

 

[mcd176]

Thanks MJN,

Yes the front will be the laminated safety glass with plastic inbetween just like in a car, I think I better just stick with 1/4 all the way around.

I should be spraying the grey paint on Monday, I have 3 days off so I hope to get alot done on the cab.

-Mike

 

[mcd176]

Work is coming along nicely on the roof, me and my dad have been working on it the last 2 days, I PROMISE to post some pics 2morrow of the roof and cab, I have neglected to snap any in awhile

 

[atgreene]

Great job thus far! Keep the pic ****** fed, very neat project!