1025R Tektite Cab - detailed walk through and review

[@orestwitiw213]

I just watched your video and I have the Tektite cab on my Kubota BX2380. I wanted a cab that was approved for roll over protection. On my Kubota the ROPS was removed and I store it in the garage. My Tektite came with front and rear LED floodlights which are awesome when I’m up at 6am blowing out driveways and a front wiper. I didn’t need a rear wiper. I added two rear view mirrors after I bought the mounting brackets from Tektite. This fall I added a 12v magnetic mount strobe to the roof of the Cab that I bought from Amazon. I ordered the rocker switch from Tektite and cut the 12volt plug and hard wired the strobe to the switch panel. The switch panel is already wired to accept a rocker switch. It makes a huge difference for safety wise operating on or around the street in the dark. I have to say that the heater is fantastic on those -20 windy days at 6am and that wiper sure puts a smile on my face when the snow is blowing back at me and all I have to do is push the wiper rocker switch! The strobe I bought was an Xprite 240 LED. I picked the strobe pattern I wanted before I cut the 12 volt plug off as per the advice of another KZbinr. I did notice the noise level was higher than without a cab so I wear the foam ear plugs and they cut the noise down nicely! The Kubota and Tektite cab have seen a lot of tractor time this winter here in Sault Ste Marie. I wish I could post a pic of the amount of snow we have. I’ve gone through 4 five gallon cans of diesel so far! I do 4 neighbours driveways and if I have time before work I do a fifth. You will love that cab.

[@vannorman1116]

Beautiful reply! Question...can u comfortably blow snow in a light shirt

[@orestwitiw213]

I dress a little more than a light shirt because I get out of the cab often to shovel stuff away from stairs and obstacles. I don’t very often turn the heat on unless it’s awful cold out! That cab is ROPS capable! They removed my OEM ROPS when they put the cab on mine. Love the wiper option when it’s a wet snow. I usually blow the snow around 6am so I dress accordingly. You’ll love the cab.

[@spoonfind583]

I put a Cozy Cab on my new X750. Very happy with it after two years now. There is more room inside. The doors are larger and shut with the same sound. The heater works great as I can blow snow in my shirt sleeves. I leave it on year round. Take front panels and open front window. It is fine in the hot summer. Looks like this cab would be fine also but the small inside would be a problem for me at 6'3".

[@fixinwithford3484]

I’m glad you’re loving your cozy cab. Maybe one of the mods or tips I post will be good for your Cozy Cab too! I just had a guy asking me about the fans I used for a Cozy Cab so some of this is definitely transferable.

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? There is no doubt a cab is a great add to any tractor. They are expensive, but worth it. Once you plow or blow snow with the cab, you'll never want t be without it!! Thanks for sharing this review of the Tektite Cab system!!! Take 'er easy!!!

[@davidshipulski4532]

Awesome video!! Very in depth and well needed

[@fixinwithford3484]

Thank you sir!

[@rcclassiccrawlers4368]

That’s a very nice looking cab. I never heard of the Tektite brand until now. Always used Cozy or Curtis cabs in the past which are very decent too. I’m not sure how they compare price wise but I would think they would be comparable for the most part. Nice little walk around video and thanks for the tour.

[@joehammel3007]

Put fluid in the rear tires! Makes a big difference, gets a little top heavy with the cab. Don’t want to tip that nice machine over! Great video!

[@fixinwithford3484]

You are 100% correct. My tires are loaded, and I am always careful to use front and rear ballast. Actually, I was thinking I would do a separate video on center of gravity changes when you install a cab.

[@TOXICOINDUSTRIAL]

@@fixinwithford3484 there's a kit to install dual tires on the rear axle for better stability. Beautiful cab by the way. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2WTn6OeZbWSiKM

[@Captndarty]

I don’t have a 1025 but I’ve got an X738 and might be thinking about a cozy cab. Hardly any videos on anything out there for any of these small tractors. I really appreciate your video.

[@donaldstrishock3923]

Really Really way kool & it appears to be very neat & substantial. I think come Summertime, l would "Rig" a window mount 5000btu air conditioning unit on the Roof, & PTO power it with small generator "jack-shaft style ". Maybe that why all the windows & doors come off.Thanks for the great Video Sir and happy safe tractoring .

[@PurpleCollarLife]

Looks like a nice setup!

[@johnkrisovitch2426]

I had a mauser cab installed on my 2017 1025r cab eliminated the need for rops completely cab itself is built for rops thus you can open back window up 90°wasn't cheap have no problem shifting from hi to low I'm satisfied with it but yours looks well built too

[@garyurban1429]

Hello, just came across your vidio, I have the 1025r also my second year I had it I had the cozy cab in stalled it worked but not to my likings, I then found and had the tektite cab installed and what a difference that made. Awesome can, the only thing I didn't get was rear wiper. But yes they do heat up in a hurry. And it's nice that rear window comes out so you can still use the backhoe. Glad you like yours you won't be disappointed.

[@troyjean3749]

Great video mam I will be ordering my next year nice job

[@ryanstone3069]

I like the way you comment. Nice review !!!

[@fixinwithford3484]

Thanks! Yes I try to to respond to comments and questions promptly. I enjoy the conversation. Glad you enjoyed the review!

[@adamd4218]

That's a nice looking cab. Very similar to the factory mauser cab. Maybe a tighter weather seal..

[@jeanvaljohn3921]

Good vid, job well done, I am 6'4" so that seat situation won't work. Glad I watched this.

[@fixinwithford3484]

I’m glad you found it worthwhile! At 6’4” you may run into the same problem with most cabs - most don’t “bump out” at the back to accommodate the seat being in the furthest position. My suggestion for you would be to modify your seat so it sits straight up at the back, thereby giving you clearance to put the seat farther back.

[@normlee1157]

I have the same tractor cab on my 1025r. I bought hydraulic hose extensions so I wouldn’t have a problem connecting hoses in the tiny space.

[@fixinwithford3484]

What length of extension did you use? I was contemplating that solution.

[@dsperfslage2]

Awesome video! The question I have is, since the rear window is removable can I still use my backhoe attachment? Thanks

[@richhardesty5013]

The website says it is 80in tall overall. Is that what you found on yours. That's about 10in shorter than the stock ROPS.

[@ajd5232]

Great job. Thank you for making this video.

[@jasonbrowncoaching]

Did you install it yourself?

[@vannorman1116]

OK winters about over. How did the cab perform thruout your winter?

[@NRFA21309]

Great video. Did the windows come tinted like that, or did you have them tinted after? Thanks.

[@danyoder2988]

Awesome video. Can you run your hydraulic hoses over the top of the bottom loader bracket

[@fixinwithford3484]

Great question! I just switched my loader arms out to hook up the 54” quick hitch snowblower (video on that coming tomorrow hopefully) so I can’t say for certain at present, but I suspect it may be a bit tight so you may need hose extensions to do it.

[@jerryulman5713]

On your loader Hydraulics, just turn your hoses up and they will go over your loader mounting bracket, you have then turned down. I know Deere didn't start making factory cabs till 2019, did you think of just trading for a new one with a factory cab? The resale on the 1025R is very good, probably could get what you paid for it.

[@goldwing20091]

Is it possible to cut a hole in the roof to mount a Rv ac unit ima rig a generator base plate on the 3 point hitch poor mans ac system if I can get it to fit the roof thx for any help

[@alexbeebe3447]

Online it’s showing them 2,800 is that everything included?

[@geedubb-q1u]

For your side mirrors if your near a golf cart sales they have ones that would fit. I have some on my cart that would work well for you. You’re in Central Ont, I’m in southern ont. where’d you get your tractor?

[@tractortalkwithgary1271]

You dd a really good job on your review. Nice honest review.

[@fixinwithford3484]

Thanks! Yup, I’m a pretty honest, pragmatic guy.

[@rjmerritt6]

What is the price range a guy can expect to pay for this cab? Very nice!

[@fixinwithford3484]

If you go to the Tektite website you can build your own cab with detailed pricing: tektite.ca/product/john-deere-1025r-1026r-cab/?cat=13

[@michaelmartin9618]

Looks like a well thought out cab. Looks good. Hope it gives you good protection this winter. Don’t take this wrong, but my anal self would have replaced those rusted rivets on the switch panel in short order. But that’s just me. Those doors are impressive. Thanks for sharing!

[@fixinwithford3484]

Hahaha yes I am replacing the rusted hex head screws on the fuse panel! I have done some additional wiring for a beacon light and interior fans, so that was part of the job. 😀

[@mikesimmons74]

You didn’t mention the cost of this cab for your 1025r John Deer! Can you tell me?

[@orestwitiw213]

I forgot to add that on my switch panel there is an led light on the bottom of the switch panel that you push up to turn on. Wonder if yours has it to it’s kinda hidden.

[@tivgi7524]

How tall is cab when installed on tractor, I only have 7' clearence?

[@OrangeismyNewGreen]

Great review, if I had the money I think I would get the Tektite model for my BX over the Curtis Cab. Congrats 🙋🏼‍♂️🙂👍🏻

[@fixinwithford3484]

No matter which brand you have, they all keep you out of the wind, rain, and snow!

[@Dukemeistro]

Can a backhoe be used with the cab on?

[@jamesford9917]

Thank you so much for the video excellent

[@fixinwithford3484]

I’m glad you found it worthwhile!

[@chasl3645]

A stereo with blue tooth would be great news music and weather.

[@elektrikman8834]

great cab ,way to pricey for where I live but if I lived in Canada I would defiantly buy it

[@MannistoCay]

Excellent review, didn't even know about this brand. Dealer supplied? 🌴🎄 If there's a link to the website you might want to include it in your description. Good luck with the channel.👍

[@fixinwithford3484]

This cab is an aftermarket cab made in Manitoba, Canada. Website link is tektite.ca/product/john-deere-1025r-1026r-cab/?cat=13 I will include it in the description as per your excellent suggestion! Thank you!

[@Studly522]

Lol we have the same identical tractor! Same year, loader, tires and all, I just don’t have the rear work lights or wiper. Did you install those yourself?

[@fixinwithford3484]

Nice! The rear work lights and rear wiper are options I selected before delivery (factory installed). But, you can order them from Tektite and install them yourself. Check the video description, there is a link to the JD 1025R Tektite cab site - individual part prices are listed at the bottom. You can just call Tektite, order the parts, and they ship them out to you with full installation instructions included.

[@Studly522]

@@fixinwithford3484 ok I will do that. Only thing I wish these cabs had but don’t is a dome light inside the cab.

[@fixinwithford3484]

You can definitely wire up a dome light to a rocker switch on the panel easily enough

[@Studly522]

@@fixinwithford3484 have you had issues with the rocker switches coming apart? I have them when you press them, the switch comes off the body

[@fixinwithford3484]

Sounds like you may have gotten a bad batch of rocker switches. Maybe contact Tektite and see if they will replace them for you? Not sure how long you've had your cab for but warranty may still apply. The rocker switches definitely shouldn't be doing that.

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Hello just subscribed, nice cab, good review. We have the 1025R Also. Strong little tractor 🚜🪵👍🏼🇺🇸

[@xlargetophat]

Price?

[@IMRgarage]

Where in Ontario are you located ? I’m in Ottawa looking at this cab for my 1025r

[@fixinwithford3484]

Located in Cottage Country - central Ontario near Gravenhurst. Ottawa is a lovely city by the way! If you are looking at the Tektite cab I will be doing a follow up video on it and the 54” John Deere quick hitch snowblower in the next few days. Might give you some more info to go on before you make your decision?

[@donlandsborough898]

I have a Kubota 2380 prototype cab tektite .. bought from tektite its loaded now 5 yrs old ..they are in Winkler MB ca ...I can send if interested

[@rubbersole79]

Weird that John Deere would let those hydraulics ride so close below chassis clearance.

[@billvandorn5332]

Never enough adequate lights!

[@mikezahnow1605]

That would have been my choice but I got rid of the jd for something else.

[@fixinwithford3484]

What did you change the jd into?

[@mikezahnow1605]

@@fixinwithford3484 A b2650 kubota with the factory cab. Had I kept the jd I would have gone with that cab you got. I really think they are nice. Warmth in the winter is always nice.

[@mgyer2218]

Put a muser cab on for 6000$ comes with everything tetike looks nice but wouldn't trade

[@fixinwithford3484]

Yup I’m not brand specific. Tektite just happens to be what I went with, and I enjoy doing my own modifications and additions as a hobby. The other manufacturers are good as well I’m sure. Enjoy your Mauser cab!

[@raymond3803]

And I thought Curtis made the ugliest after-market cab................. *GROSS!*

[@yolala100]

Men this cab is ugly, my god. Once you trie a Mauser Cab you will be able to see the difference. With your cab install people can non longer see your turns signal from the front, not a good thing.

[@fixinwithford3484]

Everybody has their preference my friend. However the Mauser cab has its critics too, believe me. The turn signal issue is a valid point but (in my view) outweighed by the other positives of this cab. Good luck and enjoy the Mauser cab! Like I said, everyone has their favourite.

[@truckerray7533]

@@fixinwithford3484 Mauser cab is around $5,000--$7,000 smacks!!! Textite is around $5,000 at base price!

[@fixinwithford3484]

The cost issue is a point to consider whichever make you choose (Mauser/Tektite/Curtis). For me, I was much less concerned about looks and more concerned about sturdiness and safety (I use my tractor for heavy grading/filling, stone work, forestry, etc rather than mowing). I felt Tektite met my needs at a price I was willing to pay. Plus, Tektite cabs are made in the province next to me in Canada so I knew I could always get parts. For example I called Tektite 2 days ago and ordered mirrors which are arriving at my house today.

[@bronco5323]

Those cabs are junk, don't waste your money.

[@orestwitiw213]

Do you own one? Mine is awesome and it’s a hell of a lot better than freezing my @ss in an open station wearing a snowsuit and goggles and gloves! It’s not OEM but it’s sure a hell of a lot warmer than no cab at all!

[@edwardmahood1693]

I'm the GM at Tektite and would enjoy speaking with you about your product experiences. I've tried to leave a message on here a couple of times, but it seems KZbin does not allow the leaving of phone numbers or emails. Could you call us and ask for Ted. TY