alweld wrote: > In the context of this particular forum I think Scott said it the best already. What I would have to say would just be saying it again. > Though there is one unit I looked at that I wouldn't use under any circumstances. This manufacturer uses a stainless steel spring inside the bellows, immersed in seawater, to provide the pressure for the seal. But it does have a very eyecatching yellow color. > > Regards, > > John Crowley > _______________________________________________ > Passagemaking-Under-Power Mailing List Bill Kimley just walked by and he confirms that Seahorse Marine is using PSS packless units and have for years, without problems. I have seen then on anumber of better boats, including the Tollycrafts and maybe even the 55' Fleming. Frankly, I have liked them and had very little trouble. Mike Capt. Mike Maurice Tualatin(Portland), Oregon.