Welcome to the forum, Handlogger.
Part of theu Tormek philosophy is "no Tormek left behind". Replacement parts are available, even for much older models than the T7. Also, all of the jigs and accessories are fully compatible.
The housing was redesigned for the T8; however this does not effect the functioning of the machine. The redesigned rising and falling water trough is not interchangeable; however, I certainly would not replace a working T7 machine for this.
The early T7s had a stainless steel main shaft instead of the EZYlock. In my opinion, while I like the EZYlock, the straight stainless shaft works fine.
The motor switch on the early T7s is not the new safety switch. This would be a concern for a higher speed table saw. For a slow speed Tormek, the main difference is that a foot switch won't work with the newer switch, a nuisance when flattening chisel backs.
I suggest you register your T7 on the website (tormek.com). The warranty has expired; however, registering gives you access to the latest edition of the handbook. I have it loaded onto my ipad.
Enjoy your T7; it will serve you well for many years.
Keep us posted.
Ken
Part of theu Tormek philosophy is "no Tormek left behind". Replacement parts are available, even for much older models than the T7. Also, all of the jigs and accessories are fully compatible.
The housing was redesigned for the T8; however this does not effect the functioning of the machine. The redesigned rising and falling water trough is not interchangeable; however, I certainly would not replace a working T7 machine for this.
The early T7s had a stainless steel main shaft instead of the EZYlock. In my opinion, while I like the EZYlock, the straight stainless shaft works fine.
The motor switch on the early T7s is not the new safety switch. This would be a concern for a higher speed table saw. For a slow speed Tormek, the main difference is that a foot switch won't work with the newer switch, a nuisance when flattening chisel backs.
I suggest you register your T7 on the website (tormek.com). The warranty has expired; however, registering gives you access to the latest edition of the handbook. I have it loaded onto my ipad.
Enjoy your T7; it will serve you well for many years.
Keep us posted.
Ken