Dave H (MI)
Well-known Member
For the CIH 1660. The only ones I have found close to home that did not already have a combine attached to them are 800 series. Really was hoping for a 963 but I have come across four 863 heads so I think maybe I ought to consider them and then upgrade later as needed. I was hoping you could shed some light on the differences between these and the newer heads? Also, I know it has feeder chains with fingers that pull the stalk into the head, snap rollers that remove the ear and sprockets and bearings that keep all these running. I could use some guidance on how to check wear on these parts because I don't really know what they look like new. What is likely to be bad? What are the "money" parts that I don't want to be replacing if possible? Any help, suggestions, comments appreciated. Road trip is Saturday to check all these out. Thanks!