Genuine Factory Parts 42 in. Xtreme Mulch S-Set Kit

I've used mulching mowers for years now. So, after a season of cutting with my Cub Cadet with regular blades and getting tired of cleaning up grass clippings, I looked into the mulching blade kit for my zero-turn mower. I would have purchased it sooner but the reviews weren't great. I had hoped they had re-engineered their kit based on that earlier feedback but I was wrong. The "plug" for the grass outlet still lets grass escape from the mowing deck. Even though I sharpened the blades before installing them, they still only provide a marginal cut leaving behind a fair amount of grass clippings behind the mower. Just doesn't seem to mulch the clippings very well. Still better than having to rake up clippings, but not by much.

Product is very good but could be a little better. I found installation to go much easier if I removed the clippings discharge port cover. I then used duct tape across the top of the mulch plug .

Mulching blades are almost a must for urban lots here. Black plastic mulching plug deck could use a redesign to work better. Grass does escape around mulching plug when mowing.

Installed on a ZT-1IP 42" Works good on shorter grass, taller moist grass can lead to clumped grass being left behind. But keeps most clippings from being blown on to sidewalks and streets, so saves clean up time. Assymbled easily and has stayed in place so far with a few uses. Only real problem is grass gets trapped under the bottom edge of the chute plug