Add-On Header Reverser

1990 - Volume #14, Issue #4, Page #04

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Most new combines have built-in header reversers. A Canadian company makes a hydraulic-powered add-on unit that lets you upgrade older machines.
The Rodono Reverser, which is designed to attach directly to the end of the feeder-house shaft by way of a chain coupler, develops more than 1,000 ft. of torque using a Charlyn motor, a hydraulic multi-disc clutch, planetary gear and chain reduction sprocket. The reverser case receives oil from the hydraulic system so no regular maintenance is required.
When a plug-up occurs, there's no need to slow separator speed. "You just turn off the feeder and activate the reverser. There's no need to leave the driver's seat," says designer and manufacturer, Jim Grose, Clive, Alberta.
He says most combines have plenty of hydraulics to power the reverser. Pull-type combines can either be powered by a third outlet on the tractor, or the company will provide a special adapter. A minimum of 5 gpm is required at 1,500 lbs. The combine pickup should have a one-way clutch or hydraulic drive, or be capable of reverse rotation without damage. The reverser's Charlyn motor drives an internal chain reduction which drives a planetary gear which drives the output shaft through the clutch.
Fits all 14 Series Case/IH combines using a driven beater. Also fits some Deere, New Holland and Versatile combines. Sells for for $1,850 complete with mounts, hoses and valves.
A second model is available for cornbines where it's not possible to get clear access to the end of a feeder shaft. It has the same hydraulic clutch but no internal gears or chains. All reduction is done externally. Amount of torque depends on size of drive sprocket. Grose has mounts to adapt it to all Case/IH combines, most Massey combines including new rotaries, the 9700 White rotary, most Deere combines, and most Gleaner models. Other models can be custom-fit. Sells for $1,500.
For more information, contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Jim Grose, Rodono Industries, Rt. 1, Clive, Alberta T0C 0Y0 Canada (ph 403 784-3864).

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Add-On Header Reverser COMBINES Accessories 14-4-4 Most new combines have built-in header reversers. A Canadian company makes a hydraulic-powered add-on unit that lets you upgrade older machines. The Rodono Reverser, which is designed to attach directly to the end of the feeder-house shaft by way of a chain coupler, develops more than 1,000 ft. of torque using a Charlyn motor, a hydraulic multi-disc clutch, planetary gear and chain reduction sprocket. The reverser case receives oil from the hydraulic system so no regular maintenance is required. When a plug-up occurs, there's no need to slow separator speed. "You just turn off the feeder and activate the reverser. There's no need to leave the driver's seat," says designer and manufacturer, Jim Grose, Clive, Alberta. He says most combines have plenty of hydraulics to power the reverser. Pull-type combines can either be powered by a third outlet on the tractor, or the company will provide a special adapter. A minimum of 5 gpm is required at 1,500 lbs. The combine pickup should have a one-way clutch or hydraulic drive, or be capable of reverse rotation without damage. The reverser's Charlyn motor drives an internal chain reduction which drives a planetary gear which drives the output shaft through the clutch. Fits all 14 Series Case/IH combines using a driven beater. Also fits some Deere, New Holland and Versatile combines. Sells for for $1,850 complete with mounts, hoses and valves. A second model is available for cornbines where it's not possible to get clear access to the end of a feeder shaft. It has the same hydraulic clutch but no internal gears or chains. All reduction is done externally. Amount of torque depends on size of drive sprocket. Grose has mounts to adapt it to all Case/IH combines, most Massey combines including new rotaries, the 9700 White rotary, most Deere combines, and most Gleaner models. Other models can be custom-fit. Sells for $1,500. For more information, contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Jim Grose, Rodono Industries, Rt. 1, Clive, Alberta TOC OYO Canada (ph 403 784-3864).

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