62468 Adapter Mow-N-Vac Kit Leaf Vacuum Bagger Universal Deck Boot Chute

The E-cowlboy 62468 Universal Deck Boot Chute connects a lawn tractor side discharge port directly to a leaf and lawn vacuum collection system. It is designed for tractor owners who need a replacement or retrofit adapter to route clippings and leaves into a dedicated collection hose. Rather than being pre-molded for a single tractor, it provides a customizable plastic base that you trim to match the specific geometry of your mower deck.

The plastic chute features a mounting surface measuring roughly 20.25 inches long by 6.25 inches tall, giving you enough material to cover most standard tractor discharge ports. To help with the installation, the kit includes templates for popular deck sizes from brands like Craftsman, AYP, Husqvarna, Sears, Cub Cadet, John Deere, and MTD. You can trim the plastic back about 5 inches deep toward the center using a hacksaw, utility knife, or similar hand tool to mirror the exact contour of your mower opening.

Hose connection is similarly adaptable. The chute collar is engineered to fit standard 6-inch and 7-inch leaf vacuum hoses, though you may need to make additional minor cuts to accommodate the larger 7-inch diameter. As long as your mower side discharge does not exceed the adapter overall length and depth, this blank can be customized to match your setup.

The main trade-off is the installation effort required. This is not a direct plug-and-play part, so you must measure and cut the plastic yourself before it can mount to the deck. Additionally, the manufacturer notes that individual decks from the same maker can vary even if they share the same width, meaning careful fitting against the included templates is necessary before making your cuts.

Verdict: The E-cowlboy 62468 adapter is a practical, customizable choice for DIYers looking to attach a 6-inch or 7-inch leaf vacuum hose to a compatible lawn tractor. If your mower side discharge fits within its 20.25 by 6.25-inch mounting footprint and you are comfortable trimming plastic to fit, it provides broad compatibility across major mower brands.

• Part Number: 62468
• Material: Plastic
• Mounting Surface Dimensions: Approximately 20.25 inches long by 6.25 inches tall
• Maximum Cut Depth: Approximately 5 inches back toward center
• Compatible Hose Sizes: 6-inch or 7-inch leaf vacuum hose
• Included Accessories: Deck cutout templates

A great fit if you:

• Own a supported John Deere, Cub Cadet, MTD, Craftsman, AYP, Sears, or Husqvarna deck and need a vacuum chute.
• Use a lawn vacuum system with a 6-inch or 7-inch collection hose.
• Are comfortable using a hacksaw or knife to trim plastic to match your tractor discharge.

Consider something else if you:

• Want an out-of-the-box, direct bolt-on chute that requires zero cutting or modification.
• Have a mower deck discharge opening that is taller than 6.25 inches or longer than 20.25 inches.

What tools do I need to install this chute?
You will need a hacksaw, another type of saw, or a knife to cut away the plastic material where the adapter meets your mower deck.

What hose sizes can I attach to this adapter?
The chute is designed to work with 6-inch or 7-inch leaf vacuum hoses, though fitting a 7-inch hose may require a few extra cuts.

Which mower deck brands have included templates?
The kit includes templates for select deck sizes from AYP, Craftsman, Sears, Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, John Deere, and MTD.

What are the mounting dimensions of the chute?
The mounting surface measures approximately 20.25 inches long by 6.25 inches tall, and you can cut back roughly 5 inches deep toward the center.