689-00636 Hardware Pack Bagger Boot Compatible with Cu-b Cadet MTD Yard Machines 42 46 Leaf Double Bagger and Leaf Collection System, Heavy Duty Chute System Parts

What It Is

This is a hardware pack containing the bolts, nuts, and brackets needed to mount the bagger boot (the chute adapter that connects your mower deck to a leaf collection bagger system). It’s specifically designed for use with Cu-b Cadet, MTD, and Yard Machines 42-inch and 46-inch deck mowers that accept a double bagger or leaf collection system.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck size: Fits 42” and 46” cutting decks only—not 38” or 54”.
• Brands/models: Compatible with Cub Cadet, MTD, Yard Machines, and Yard Man mowers using a double bagger or leaf collection system with a bagger boot (part number 689-00636 or equivalent).
• OEM vs aftermarket: This is an OEM-style replacement hardware pack, not a universal kit. It matches original MTD/Cub Cadet hardware.
• What to check before buying: Measure your bagger boot mounting holes—these bolts are typically 5/16” x 1” carriage bolts with flange nuts. Verify you have the correct bagger boot (the plastic chute piece) already installed; this kit only includes the mounting hardware, not the boot itself.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Basic zinc-plated steel hardware—adequate for the job, but not stainless. Will rust if left exposed to moisture long-term.
• Installation difficulty: Very easy. Remove the old bolts, align the boot to the deck discharge opening, and tighten the new hardware. No special tools needed beyond a socket or wrench.
• Common gotcha: The bolts are carriage bolts with a square shoulder—they must seat into the square holes on the bagger boot to prevent spinning. If your boot’s holes are round or worn, you’ll need to hold the bolt head with pliers.
• What’s included: Typically 4 bolts, 4 flange nuts, and sometimes 4 flat washers. Count your existing hardware before ordering—some mowers use 3 bolts, others 4.

Should You Buy It

Yes, if you’re replacing missing or rusted hardware for your existing bagger boot and your mower is a 42” or 46” deck from Cub Cadet, MTD, or Yard Machines. At $6.99, it’s cheaper than sourcing individual bolts from a hardware store, and the carriage bolts are the correct type for the boot. Skip it if you need the actual bagger boot or if your mower uses a different bolt pattern (e.g., 38” deck or older non-MTD models).