A cob collection device (32) for use with a corn harvester, includes a conveyor system (52) including a portion (60) for positively removing or cleaning attached husks from the cobs after removal of corn therefrom by the harvester, the conveyor system (52) including an upwardly inclined conveyor portion (64) operably movable in cooperation with the collection device (32) for distributing delivery of cobs thereto, the cob collection device (32) having a wall portion (42) including an aperture (46) for receiving the inclined conveyor portion, and a door (48/50) for closing the aperture (46) when the conveyor is removed, allowing unloading of the collection device (32), and stowage of the conveyor in a compacted manner to facilitate travel under bridges, utility wires, doorways and the like.