Mark 7

Dane · Post by **Dane** » Tue May 24, 2011 12:23 pm

I'm new to the forum but long time user of Shopsmith from days gone by. Had a 510 that my X decided she wanted to keep about 10 years ago. Now, I'm getting back in to it and have my eye on a new Mark 7 to save space in my new home. Can't find much information on it though in terms of reviews by users anywhere. Probably looking in the wrong places. Also am curious, can I use a Freud 8" dado set on the Mark 7 or must the 6" only be used? Appreciate your feedback. Quaz

JPG · Post by **JPG** » Tue May 24, 2011 12:53 pm

All who have acquired a power pro headstock are very satisfied. The Mark 7 includes the power pro headstock and 'tilts' both ways. If purchasing a new ss the 7 is a no-brainer decision.

Yes 8" dado blades are compatible.

Dane · Post by **Dane** » Tue May 24, 2011 1:51 pm

Thank you for the prompt reply and the heads-up on the dado.

8iowa · Post by **8iowa** » Tue May 24, 2011 7:02 pm

I'm about to upgrade my 520 to Mk7. The main reason for using the 6" dado on the Shopsmith, or as a matter of fact, any table saw designed to run on a std. household 15 amp circuit, is torque. The 6" dado offers more torque at the teeth than a 8" set. Inadequate torque could be a problem when cutting wide and deep dados.

The Power Pro however has ample torque to cut dados with an 8" set.

Dane · Post by **Dane** » Wed May 25, 2011 8:41 pm

Great advice 8iowa. Good luck with your 7. Can't wait to get mine.

Cheers!