I moved to Wyoming where its legal to run Atvs everywhere but the interstate. So I run 700 sportsman everyday on the road. Im wanting to build a cab that will completely enclose me and my wife, the few manufactures that make ones that enclose it completely are like $700 up. If anyone could help me it would be deeply appreciated because i have no idea where to start.

 

nice idea for an ATV.. although i have never really tried one, now i'm considering it.

 

Well I would use an all aluminum frame, for the weight issues, I would just look at the others, and try to replicate it

 

Here is one a guy built that I saw a while back. If I was going to spend that much money, this would be the one I would want. It converts to a hunting stand as well.

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That's a nice cab/hunting blind/ice house. Well thought out.

The guy in that link that built the 5th wheel, nice job!! Looks as nice, if not nicer than any camper I've been in! Couple other good DIY projects there as well.

Wenty

 

Ya, I was thinking of using mainly plywood and plexy glass on an aluminum frame. But, very open minded.

 

Plywood would be very heavy. I would consider aluminum with some type of lightweight insulation if you are concerned about the cold. Aluminum is pretty easy to work (imo) with and I would think would be roughly the same price as plywood (disclaimer: I have not priced aluminum sheets lately). You could also use some type of canvas material over an aluminum frame if you or anyone you know can sew heavy fabrics. That would be cheaper and probably the easiest route, but not as durable. You could check with a shop that makes convertible car soft tops.