Hi there folks. We're doing a winter service on our 9650 cts at the moment. We wound the rotors out the back of the combine today to inspect their front bearings, paddles & tines. All good there. Looking at the winged beater in front of the rotors, the bolt on wear plates are worn down to the top of the holders. Does anyone know how much wear is acceptable on these wear plates? How worn can this beater be before it creates a feeding problem? I've never blocked the cylinder or beater yet,and dont want to either. Also, has anyone come up with a easier way of moving the chopper between chopping/swathing? There must be a better way than the factory set-up. Our machine is an 03 model with 700 mill Hrs on it and apart from the beater, is showing very little wear. Thanks