I bought the RTV-X1140 and one of the first things I added to it was the steel roof and the GLASS windshield, and I have to admit that it was one of my better upgrades! It helps keep the cold and wet off of you, but it is GREAT in keeping those spider webs out of your face in the fall of the year!!!

I made a mistake buying my Sidekick. It has a serious gas contamination in the crankcase oil. Was in the shop 10 weeks last summer at 20 hours with about 12 oz of gas mixed with the oil and Kubota says it is normal for this engine. I have emails from others with similar issues and Kubota doesn't care. That's probably why you see so many low hour used ones for sale. I definitely tell people not to even consider one at this point.

Lucas: make sure you put the cloth in a zip lock bag. If you get dust on it you are going to scratch the window. Also do not use bug spray anywhere near it. I put a windshield on my CanAm because it gets cold and snowy up here. Enjoy the ride. Take care and stay safe. PS: my BX23S and snow blower are getting a workout with the snow here.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

5 ай бұрын

Good thought! I never knew bug spray could be an issues. Good to know. We may have some snow coming our way soon. We definitely have cold coming! Stay warm up there!

I use a product called Plexus on my polycarbon windshield. It's was developed for the use in aviation. Not cheap but a great product. I have been using it for years .

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Sounds like the right product!

Lucas, I’ve been a private pilot since 05. What I Learned is always try to rinse them off first,then clean them up and down. Never in a circular motion. They make some great plastic polishes out there, and If I do my windows once a year on my plane with the polish, it really makes them look new.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Great info, thanks!

Good purchase! It’s a work’n machine. I’ve got the older version, I think a 2012, 5:29 diesel. The windshield is a must in winter, nice to remove for summer dust because the windshield causes the dust to back draft into cab area.

We have one of those old windshields on the Polaris lol. It sure was fun to drive this past deer season when the ice was covering the windshield. Not much fun hanging your head out the window at 5am trying to get to where you hunt. This looks like it would do the job much better!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

5 ай бұрын

lol. So far so good. We did end up treating it with rain-x which seems to be working well for the rain.

We appreciate you Lucas, enjoy that windshield!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

👊

RainX plastic, works great for the polycarbonate windshields. I also carry a spray bottle with water and a small squigee with me.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Ooo, smart!

Good morning Lucas. I did even worse than you when I bought my first SXS. I went without a front windshield and without a roof. Oooops. Live and learn. Thanks for the continued great content. -Tod

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

That’s right, live and learn… 🤷🏼‍♂️👊

Hey Lucas, happy new year. You will definitely not regret buying the windshield. I use mine year around. Great video my friend.!👍🏻

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Right on! Happy New Year to you!

I never take mine off here on the farm, you will greatly appreciate the windshield, another quick add for me was rear side mirrors, I got the fold back version if they get hit. WOW a HUGE difference backing it up especially into the barn or loading, no more twisted neck and on the farm you learn mirror use right away.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Great info! Thanks!

Nice upgrade once again. I’d say you will enjoy that a lot!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, all the difference in the world. 😊👊

Worked in aviation for many years. Someone here mentioned plexus and they were 100 % correct. The inexpensive alternative and just as effective is pledge furniture polish.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Great! Thanks for the suggestion!

I've been using it on our Polaris and the plexiglass is still in good shape after two years with it.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

Hey Lucas, there is a Rainex made specifically for plastic. I use it on my golf cart cover tractor cab. It works "okay" 😁👍

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! I’ll take a look.

My polycarbonate windshield with scratch-resistance treatment from SuperATV includes cleaning instructions that caution against using window cleaning fluids (Windex, 409, etc.) or solvents and discourages use of Rain-X or any other waxes or polishes. After rinsing thoroughly, using that microfiber cloth clean with warm water and a gentle detergent, followed by drying with a chamois. I made the mistake of using a vinegar based window cleaner on another SxS and ended up with significant crazing of the surface, to the extent that it was very difficult to see through if heading toward the sun. Enjoy your cabin!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Wow! Thanks for the heads up! I appreciate the instructions.

The quick disconnect on the windshield will serve you very well - Anytime you are thinking about not spending the little extra on a necessity you can quickly remove the windshield and drive around in the rain just to remind yourself.😇 The road to redemption begins with self-reflection!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

lol. I think I learned my lesson.

Don’t feel bad Lucas. I was given the chance to have the 3rd function when I bought my L2501 Kubota. I was even asked twice. I found a way around the 3rd function later when I did get my grapple. Hindsight is 20 / 20

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

It happens! It happens to me more than it should. I always seem to have to learn the hard way…

Try Cooter Browns polycarb windshield cleaner from Extreme Metal Products (item #13946). My Sidekick windshield is 3 years old and in great shape. I hose or pressure wash the windshield and then apply Cooters with a microfiber and it still looks great...only a few nicks where tree braces have slapped the windshield.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

5 ай бұрын

Thanks, I’ll check it out.

We made the same "frugality" mistake on our Kawasaki Mule about 3 years ago. One of these days I may bite the bullet and install a windshield 'cause it sure does get cold in the winter in a hurry! Keep up the good work! As an aside, we're down in northern Alamance Co on about 23 acres. Dad's family is from Yadkin Co. Found your channel by researching pond builds. Ours got finished up recently and with all of the rain we've been having it's filling up in a hurry. Looking for advice on stocking ponds if you take a notion later this Spring....

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Congratulations on the pond! Great addition to any property! I think a stocking video is a great idea. I will try to do that.

Klock Werks Shine Werks Windshield Cleaner

Two items you should purchase to keep your plexiglass clear and as scratch-free as possible: Corrosion Technologies A-Plex 19 oz aerosol Best Value Anti-Static Cleaner, Polish and Protectant for Plexiglass and All Other Plastic Transparencies

Buddy, all it takes is for one of the women in your home to ride with you and you will have a windshield in no time! Lol. Been fun watching your SXS journey! Loving that orange in the barn! Great video!!!

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

5 ай бұрын

Thanks, Man! Yeah, I learned my lesson pretty quickly. Glad you stopped by! 👊

@JoeTheFarmer

5 ай бұрын

@@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

Good morning Lucas, watching this video, I think I would have made the same choices you made, not getting the windshield, trying it out and then getting the windshield. It looks like it would be easy to take off, in the summer, if you choose to. Enjoy your hamburgers, Ben 👍

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

It is a nice design, very easy to attach and remove. It is definitely much more important than I realized. Live and learn!

Them 🍔 a little rare for me!! 🤣

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Oh but they turned out good!

“Wind” shield…😎

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

It’s like they tried to warn me..

Should have put a cab on it

RainX also sells an antifog/water-repellent spray. Not sure if it's safe for plexiglas though.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Ok, I’ll look…

Lucas now that you have a windshield. In the summer time you won't to eat insects for a meal.

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Good point!

Take a picture of how clear that "plastic" windshield is, gotta feeling in a month, might not be so clear. No wipers$, try driving a car without using your wipers. I think they're still laughing 🤣 probably better off with greenhouse shade cloth for wind protection, blocks the wind and won't scratch, and alot cheaper. Great video, thanks for sharing 👍

Wow, I thought that young man of yours was at minimum 11 years old 🙃

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

Yeah, most people do…

We just sold our sidekick, way to dangerous and jerky, traded it for a slow 1100 with cab, ps we had the windshield 😂🪵👍🏼🇺🇸

@PeeksPeakHobbyHomestead

6 ай бұрын

lol. What year was your sidekick? I’ve heard folks complain they are jerky, but I do not seem to have that issue?