764-05082 Bagger Flex Hose Replacement MTD CUB CADET Riding Mower Bagger 36" 42" 46" 50" 54" Rear Fast Double Bagger Parts Suitable For Cub Cadet Grass Catcher 76405082

What It Is

The 764-05082 bagger flex hose is a replacement vacuum hose for MTD and Cub Cadet riding mowers, connecting the deck discharge to the grass catcher for 36", 42", 46", 50", and 54" rear-discharge double bagger systems.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower uses a rear-discharge deck with a double bagger (two bags, not a single or triple). This hose fits Cub Cadet, MTD, Troy-Bilt, and Yard Machines models from the 2000s onward. Check your original part number—this replaces OEM 764-05082, 764-05082A, and 764-05083. Measure the hose length (typically ~36–48 inches) and ensure the inner diameter matches your deck outlet and bagger inlet (usually 5–6 inches). Avoid assuming fit for side-discharge or mulching decks—this is strictly for rear bagger systems.

Key Things to Know

• Material & Durability: The hose is flexible plastic, fine for grass clippings but can crack in freezing temps or if crushed. Store indoors in winter.
• Installation: Tool-free—slides over the deck outlet and bagger tube, secured with existing clamps. Takes 5–10 minutes.
• Common Gotcha: The hose may be slightly too long for 36" decks; you can trim it with a utility knife for a snug fit. Too short for 54" decks? Check if your model uses a different length (764-05083 is longer).
• Compatibility Check: If your bagger has a rigid plastic tube instead of a flex hose, this won’t work. Also, not for zero-turn mowers or older single-bag systems.

Should You Buy It

This is a solid, affordable replacement if your current hose is cracked, torn, or missing. It’s ideal for DIY maintenance on common Cub Cadet and MTD riding mowers with rear double baggers. Skip it if you need a hose for a side-discharge, mulching, or older single-bag setup—or if you suspect a different part number is required. For most owners, it’s a direct, easy fix.