{"product_id":"zhongxia-731-07131-side-discharge-chute-987-02516a-mulch-plug-kit-for-mtd-craftsman-cub-cadet-troy-bilt","title":"ZHONGXIA 731-07131 Side Discharge Chute \u0026 987-02516A Mulch Plug Kit for MTD, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZHONGXIA’s 731-07131 side discharge chute paired with the 987-02516A hinged mulch plug offers a flexible upgrade for a broad range of walk-behind mowers. Instead of locking you into a single brand, this kit emphasizes adaptable fit, dependable operation, and straightforward maintenance. The parts are designed to guide clippings efficiently and support mulch-through-mulching when your mower deck allows, helping you keep the yard neat with less effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a typical mowing morning, you’ll notice the compact form and clean edges of the chute, which help direct grass away from boots and sidewalks. The hinged mulch plug sits flush when closed and pivots into mulch mode with ease, giving you a simple way to adjust to lawn conditions without tools or extensive setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 731-07131 Lawn Mower Side Discharge Chute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 987-02516A Hinged Mulch Plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible brands and models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraftsman: models within the 24xx–24xx family range referenced in the data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCub Cadet: SC100, SC500HW, SC500Z, SC300, SC700, SC100H, SC100HW, SC300IP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTroy-Bilt: TB110 through TB490 XP and related TB-series hand-pushed mowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMTD: select TB and ME variants listed in the product data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad compatibility reduces the need to stock multiple replacement parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy construction supports regular mowing tasks and varying grass textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect clipping direction helps keep driveways and paths cleaner after mowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn real-world use, this kit provides a practical upgrade path for hand-pushed mowers, enabling straightforward installation and consistent performance across several mowing seasons. It acts as a flexible option that can support both direct chute guidance and mulch plug functionality, depending on your mower setup. While results can vary by model and grass conditions, many users appreciate quicker part replacements and reduced maintenance overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What’s included in the kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The kit includes one 731-07131 side discharge chute and one 987-02516A hinged mulch plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which mower brands\/models does it fit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It fits a broad range of Craftsman, Cub Cadet, MTD, Troy-Bilt, Murray, Yard Machines, Columbia, and Huskee hand-pushed mowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"ZHONGXIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45741774962874,"sku":"B0CZNZ9FFL","price":73.35,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/zhongxia-lawn-mower-side-chute.jpg?v=1774834732","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/zhongxia-731-07131-side-discharge-chute-987-02516a-mulch-plug-kit-for-mtd-craftsman-cub-cadet-troy-bilt","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}