My first year with a 2166 (last year) I did not use it. It came with the machine, but not installed, so I just left it out. I farm all no-till; corn, soybeans and wheat. I was very happy with the results.
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For me, it is more important to have the straw spread as even as possible, not necessarily shred to bits.
The knives on my chopper are pretty wore, so I will replace them this winter.
The knives on my chopper are pretty wore, so I will replace them this winter.
