To make it easy to change the TIP you could use a double ring friction saver, but replace the rings with something that opens, like carabiners or screw links.
8mm cord does work on 13mm if it is the right one for the rope. I've used 7mm accessory cord before and now use Samson's Bailout.
I'm guessing you're using DdRT to enter the tree, are you using a friction/cambium saver? These greatly reduce the amount of sap on your rope and hitch.
I like the ability to descend or let out rope while it is loaded so I like the hitch/ pulley combo. As you found, the Prusik, with the eyes coming out the side makes it hard to tend. There are many different hitches,with their eyes coming out of the bottom of the hitch, that work better.
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