Here we have a jet pump in the cellar with the jet in the well, a 3/4 HP Goulds. The well is 150 feet deep with the jet at 100 feet with a 50 foot tail pipe,
the most water can be pulled is 27 feet. Pushed is determined by the power of the pump.
Those of us who can actually determine a change in looks or odor of the engine oil will prefer to have a dipstick with or without digital monitoring. Same reason we had a trans dipstick installed on the 6 speed in the 77 in my sig.
The concern here is that offsetting the seals could end up with a gap then leak however no one here so far has had a problem. If I ever do another rebuild I`ll flush mount the seals.
82 here and finding challenges with most all repairs. Presently straitening a bent prop shaft for the brushhog. Fortunately have a hydraulic press for the bend but the twist is kicking my butt.
Have a 1984 Morflo Nautilus wet base tank here that is on a well with neutral PH. The minerals have formed a crust that gurgles when the burner is on. On borrowed time which will force decisions as codes have changed.
OP, I`m concerned about your reaction to some bad luck. Life sometimes sucks for most of us and how we react to it will determine our ability to cope. Best of luck sir.