Installed on my cub cadet z2 by simply removing the top bar (4 bolts). I think it looks more balanced and better this way than trying to cram it/ jimmy rig it under the metal top bar. I like many reused the stock cover- I recommend putting the screws thru only the supplied metal plate to get the optimum amount of thread and then just push the Kawasaki plastic cover into the indent tabs without screwing (it has plenty of hold w just these tabs). I used a 2 1/2” hole saw but still had to file some material w the sanding drum dremel for it not to rub.