I am new to forum, I just recently had to replace my 1979 Shopsmith Mk V with a Mk VII due to a fire in my shop. It has been a painful process replacing all my acquired tools as well as my dad's and grandfather's hand-me-downs.
I found the new Mk VII painful to lift into the vertical position so ordered and put on the lift kit. If you are having issues with your Shopsmith I highly suggest you try it!!!! My wife can now lift the unit with no problem. Wish I had one on my old machine.
