Abstract: The stripper header attachment (10) has a stripping rotor (64) and an auger (116). A formed cut-off feed plate (82) feeds heads, grain and other plant residue stripped from stalks to the auger (116). To improve feeding, a smooth roller (102) extends up through a slot (100) in the feed plate (82). A front seal (104) and a rear seal (106) prevent grain loss between the smooth roller and the sides of the slot (104). A three speed gear box (170) drives the stripping rotor (64) and smooth roller (102). A front hood (144) is pivoted about the axis of the stripping rotor by the hood adjustment cylinder (150) to adjust the height of the nose portion (146). Auger housing covers (162) with screens (168) are pivotally attached to the rear hood (158) and enclose the auger housing.