I used to do some custom work for a friend of mine who had a very tall grain cart and semi that I could barely reach over. I bought this so I could hit the center of the truck and cart instead of only reaching over the side. He got a bigger combine and no longer needs the help and I don't need the extra reach for my trucks and cart. It adds quite a bit of weight if the auger is full especially if you fold it back. I figured if I didn't need it there is no use putting extra strain on the unloader.