TS75 exchanged for the TS55REQ

[sakurama]

Just got my TS75 in exchange for my REQ and what a beast this saw is! My 55 struggled a lot for some reason (fine blade?) but holy cow the 75 just cuts anything like a monster. So glad that Festool offered it in exchange as I would probably never considered it otherwise. Man am I a happy camper.

Thanks Festool!

Gregor

 

[amt]

Glad to hear that as that's the choice I made, too.  I have to get my 55 in the mail today so hopefully I can get the 75 soon after.

 

[sakurama]

I explained I was in the middle of our remodel and they took a card number but didn't charge it so they could send the TS75 first and then the 55 went back. That way I had no down time. Another nice gesture.

G

 

[Guilliaume woodworks]

Sent my t55 back last fri.  And I'm excited to get t75. I was really impressed how easy festool made this process of exchange. One quick phone call, then email with printable ups shipping label, take saw to be mailed. That's it.  Wasn't sure if I was to ship t55 & systainer in a box, or if just systainer is okay. I paid $5 for box just to be safe.

 

[jackl]

Just got my TS75 in exchange for my REQ and what a beast this saw is! My 55 struggled a lot for some reason (fine blade?) but holy cow the 75 just cuts anything like a monster. So glad that Festool offered it in exchange as I would probably never considered it otherwise. Man am I a happy camper.

Thanks Festool!

Gregor

Received my letter today, called Festool and I am trying to decide if going with the TS75 is the best route.  I like the idea of additional power and depth of cut but am worried about the increase in weight and physical size of the TS76 over the REQ.  Was the size and weight difference an issue to anyone that has made this switch from a REQ to TS75?

Thanks for feedback in advance!

Jack

 

[sakurama]

It's definitely larger and heavier but I decided I'm fine with that as I'm not using it constantly. The ease with which it cuts makes up for the extra weight for me. Perhaps if I was doing production work it would be different but this is only for my remodel and projects so the size/heft is really no big deal.

I love this saw more each day.

 

[Jeff Zanin]

I struggled with this a bit choosing between the TS55 (original) and the TS75. 

I ended up with the TS75 based on the idea that it can cut anything the TS55 will cut, the reverse is not necessarily true.

The saw is riding on a track while cutting so other than lifting it on and off the weight does not seem like a problem for me. 

Perhaps if you need to use it overhead (yikes) or if you are making hundreds or thousands of cuts a day this would be an issue but I suspect there are more suitable tools for those types of tasks than a track saw.

Good luck to everybody getting their TS55REQs repair, replaced or refunded.

Jeff

 

[Peter James]

I struggled with this a bit choosing between the TS55 (original) and the TS75. 

I ended up with the TS75 based on the idea that it can cut anything the TS55 will cut, the reverse is not necessarily true.

The saw is riding on a track while cutting so other than lifting it on and off the weight does not seem like a problem for me. 

Perhaps if you need to use it overhead (yikes) or if you are making hundreds or thousands of cuts a day this would be an issue but I suspect there are more suitable tools for those types of tasks than a track saw.

Good luck to everybody getting their TS55REQs repair, replaced or refunded.

Jeff

Jeff, I agree with everything you said. Years ago when we received our first TS75 demo unit I at first was a little taken back because it is larger and heavier than the TS55. But after thinking for a second, I realized exactly what you did - the operator is pushing it along a guide rail horizontally - not cutting out any windows or framing with it. The extra power and capacity are always a welcome addition IMHO.

 

[jamesaibel]

Hi.  Just a note to add to the chorus.  I find the extra weight and size of the replacement TS75 very manageable (for an older, hobbyist woodworker).  Although I only had about five weeks experience with the TS55REQ, the larger saw goes through all material with greater ease and less labor (by the tool).  The saw also feels more firmly planted against the work piece, which provides a measure of additional balance and security with or without clamps.  The saw cross-cut a 1/2 inch edge from a 2 1/4 inch hard maple work bench that I had marred long ago (while ripping plywood with my old trusty circular saw and a hardwood rail pre-Festool days) cleanly and easily.  I couldn't see any reason why I would not keep the saw and invested in a 36mm antistatic hose for a CT26 and the 52 tooth fine blade, which after some comparison cuts leaves a noticeably better finish than the stock 36 tooth blade (which I found fine, but will reserve for heavier duty work).  Yes, not an inexpensive transaction.  What else to mention?  Festool customer support.  But nothing new there -- as most have reported, Festool products are good, sometimes great, but the people and service are just super, reason alone to purchase their tools and accessories.  Thanks for making a product recall a wholly satisfactory, even positive, experience.

Jim

 

[fdengel]

[welcome]

 

[Jeff Zanin]

The only size-related issue I have seen with the TS75 is in transporting, it comes in a SYS 5 so the stack starts out pretty tall. 

Also the edge guide is pretty big and does not fit in with the saw.  ETA: This is not correct, the edge guide DOES fit in the systainer, see post #13 below.

Most importantly you need longer rails to properly support the longer base of the saw. 

None of this is an issue working in a shop but if you are moving your tools especially in a small vehicle it might be more of a squeeze than the TS55.

But I recall Mr. Pellow using a TS75 on his island (and in fact he is using it sideways on a wall), so if he can get his there I suppose I can get mine anywhere I really need it.

Jeff

 

[Kev]

Something I'd keep an eye on is the kerfs on the TS75 blades ... Festool has gone to the effort of ensuring all of the new blades for the TS55 are 2.2, I don't believe all of the new blades for the TS75 are the same kerf (2.2, 2.4 and 2.6). This may throw a few people in relation to their track use.

 

[jak245]

I already have a TS75 so I elected to have my TS55 REQ repaired.  Festool provided no repair date.  I'll get by with the 75 until then.  The 55 is much lighter and doesn't need a longer track like the 75 which is why I waited for the REQ.  I don't have as much use for all the capabilities of the 75 but they are there if needed.  In anticipation of problems with a change in saw blade I purchased a box of guide rail edging just in case there was a problem.

 

[JJ Wavra]

The only size-related issue I have seen with the TS75 is in transporting, it comes in a SYS 5 so the stack starts out pretty tall. 

Also the edge guide is pretty big and does not fit in with the saw.

Most importantly you need longer rails to properly support the longer base of the saw. 

None of this is an issue working in a shop but if you are moving your tools especially in a small vehicle it might be more of a squeeze than the TS55.

But I recall Mr. Pellow using a TS75 on his island (and in fact he is using it sideways on a wall), so if he can get his there I suppose I can get mine anywhere I really need it.

Jeff

Jeff,
The edge guide fits in the systainer vertically. I don't know how to post pictures but if you want I can send one via email.
JJ

 

[Mavrik]

I've never seen so much interest in the TS75 until the TS55REQ problem came along.
This may have re-awakened a whole new interest in a relatively "sleeper" product of Festool.

 

[Jeff Zanin]

The only size-related issue I have seen with the TS75 is in transporting, it comes in a SYS 5 so the stack starts out pretty tall. 

Also the edge guide is pretty big and does not fit in with the saw.

Most importantly you need longer rails to properly support the longer base of the saw. 

None of this is an issue working in a shop but if you are moving your tools especially in a small vehicle it might be more of a squeeze than the TS55.

But I recall Mr. Pellow using a TS75 on his island (and in fact he is using it sideways on a wall), so if he can get his there I suppose I can get mine anywhere I really need it.

Jeff

Jeff,
The edge guide fits in the systainer vertically. I don't know how to post pictures but if you want I can send one via email.
JJ

Yes it does, thanks for pointing that out.  I had a blade in that section but will move it out to a SYS 1 with other blades to make room for the edge guide.

Jeff

 

[Charles Wilson]

As the original post stated, the TS 75 is a beast.  Can cut anything the 55 can cut and more.  Really enjoy using it.

 

[sakurama]

Having used the 75 for a few weeks now I couldn't be happier. Of course I did go and buy the 75 rail today but that was only because I had to rip some 16' cedar for trim. Sometimes when I'm ripping 3/4" I'm not sure if the blade is down because there's barely any resistance. I like this saw more and more all the time. It's encouraged me to switch the orientation of my 1080 tables to make a larger one for braking down sheet goods. Of course I also ordered the finer cross cut blade too. Man, free upgrades can be expensive.

While there's a lot of bitching Festool shipped me my TS75 while allowing me to keep my 55 until the 75 arrived. No down time and my remodel didn't miss a day. That's huge and very appreciated. Color me green.

Gregor

 

[jeep jake]

I own a ts75 and couldn't be happier. I have never had any issue with the size or weight.

 

[MrToolJunkie]

I own a ts75 and couldn't be happier. I have never had any issue with the size or weight.

Ditto for me.  I think this saw is awesome.  I always felt like the 55 was a bit under powered. The 75 can cut pretty much anything without issue.

Scot