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Lift Assist with PowerPro Upgrade (for MARK V's manufactured before 1972)

Add Lift Assist to your vintage MARK V with a modern PowerPro upgrade.

 

Older MARK V units made prior to 1972 have different base castings that require a uniquely designed Lift Assist to accommodate the updated PowerPro headstock. This version is customized to fit those legacy machines that have been modernized.

 

With this Lift Assist installed, lifting the heavier PowerPro-equipped headstock becomes smooth, safe, and nearly effortless—especially important on the older, heavier chassis.

Key Features:

  • Compatible with MARK V units made before 1972, upgraded to PowerPro

  • Tailored bracket and gas spring assembly for older base design

  • Significantly reduces effort when repositioning for storage or operation

  • Includes all mounting hardware and step-by-step instructions

Fits:

  • MARK V machines built before 1972

  • Only if upgraded with PowerPro headstock

Does NOT Fit:

  • MARK V units made after 1972

  • MARK V units with original headstock

 

NOTE: If you own Shopsmith's steel storage cabinets, with the lift-assist only one of them will slide under the MARK 7 / MARK V for storage (if the casters are removed from the steel storage cabinets, two will fit).

SKU: 556200

309.95 309.95

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