MowerPartsGroup (6) Hi Lift Blades Replace Bad Boy 038-6050-00 60" Deck

What It Is

These are high-lift replacement blades for 60-inch Bad Boy zero-turn mowers, designed to increase airflow under the deck for superior bagging and side-discharge performance. They’re an aftermarket alternative to OEM part 038-6050-00.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, verify three things:

• Deck size: Only fits 60-inch Bad Boy decks (e.g., ZT, Outlaw, Maverick, and Magnum models with a 60” fabricated deck).
• OEM cross-reference: Directly replaces Bad Boy part 038-6050-00; also fits select Hustler and Big Dog models using the same blade pattern (check your OEM part number).
• Measurements: Center hole is 5/8” diameter, blade length is 20.5”, and thickness is 0.203”. Confirm your deck uses three blades (each 20.5” long).
• Aftermarket note: These are not OEM Bad Boy blades—they’re made by MowerPartsGroup. Quality is high, but tolerances may vary slightly; test fit before reassembling the deck.

Key Things to Know

• Lift & performance: Hi-lift design improves bagging and discharge, but increases engine load and can leave windrows in tall, wet grass.
• Installation: Use a torque wrench—tighten blade bolts to 70-80 ft-lbs. Left-hand threads on some Bad Boy spindles (check your model).
• Sharpening: Blades are heat-treated; sharpening with a bench grinder may anneal the edge. Use a file or angle grinder with care.
• Common gotcha: If your deck has a mulch kit installed, hi-lift blades may cause excessive clumping. Swap to standard or gator blades for mulching.

Should You Buy It

Buy these if you primarily bag or side-discharge with a 60” Bad Boy and want OEM-level lift at a lower price. Avoid if you mulch frequently or have a deck with non-standard spindle thread direction. For the price and 4.7-star rating, they’re a solid upgrade over worn factory blades.