Only time will tell how much an impact this has on machine longevity. The original Supermatics also had brass components. The reverse stamping of the slotted piece and the prouder locating bump (red arrow) makes it easier to adjust the tube release timing. The ‘H’ linkage/cutter set needs modification to work.
Been making smokes this way for over a decade. A standard-sized Altoids can will hold 18 hand-cranked king-sized cigs nicely. Fill the ends of the tobacco chamber with the tobacco, then fill the center. It should be filled to the top from end-to-end, but not compacted. Press into the chamber to feel the density; it should have some give, like a pillow. However, it should not be so empty that your finger touches the bottom.
To make cigarettes, you need to make size adjustments and use your favorite filter tube. Usually, after making a pack of cigarettes yourself, you will gain the necessary experience in filling tubes with tobacco using this device. The first TOP that owned & used for almost 7 years was made in Germany.
Its not packing the tubes to the filter and its pulling tobacco back into the machine leaving another void at the end. I have been using the same brand tubes and tobacco since i got the machine and have cleaned the machine several times. Being that i smoke a pack and a half a day these issues ohm tobacco are killing me. no to mention i have been pulled over for smoking a pipe in while driving. If anyone has any advice i would love to hear it cause i am at the end of my rope with this machine. This machine makes two different cigarette sizes, including 84 mm (king size) and 100 mm.
However, in terms of dependability and ease of use, the T2 comes through every time! Not to mention, it works flawlessly without much effort. Plus, every cigarette this bad boy manufactures turns out perfectly packed and ready to be smoked.