One corner joint on my 16.5 split from water seeping into the seam. I'm not that surprised since there isn't much more than a butt joint and some glue to hold it together, so I'll probably reuse the internal parts and make a stronger box myself. Even though I have problems with mine (bought it used), it doesn't mean you will. As others have attested, it's a really good cleaner--just be aware that it's entry-level and all aren't created equal. Caveat emptor as always.
vpi cleaner
I was looking for a cleaner and decided on the vpi. The 16.5 seems to be the popular model but cost doesn't really matter with in reason I could go to the 17 would this be a worth wile upgrade or am I just wasting money. I want the simplest thing possible and it probably won't get use to much just here and there.