The equipment type may not have changed but many airlines have the same equipment type with different configurations. Delta has four versions of the 757-200, six versions of the 767 and two versions of the 777. Although after the equipment change your itinerary will show the same aircraft type it may very well have changed from one configuration of the type to another.
Delta also blocks almost half the seats on any aircraft for elites and airport assignment. The elite seats can be selected during online check-in within 24 hours of departure. The seats blocked for airport assignment can only be selected at a kiosk or through an agent at the airport. If you're not happy with your current assignment then check back periodically. Cancellations happen which might free up a better seat. Then remember to check in exactly 24 hours prior to departure to try to snag those unassigned elite seats. If that still doesn't work arrive early to the airport. Before getting into any line for an agent go to a kiosk and try to switch your seat there.
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