This upper housing for the finger assembly encloses and guides the moving components of the inclined conveyor. It positions the fingers as they pass through the material stream, maintaining consistent engagement with the crop. Wear on the housing bore or guide surfaces allows the fingers to drift, causing uneven feeding and potential jams. The original part is machined to the same internal clearances as the factory assembly, so the finger path and timing remain unchanged. On reinstall, ensure the housing is seated flush against the conveyor frame and that all mounting fasteners are torqued to specification.