Thanks Skimask, the reason why I ask is that I was using ra.3 as serout and all was well and great. After reading the datasheet and seeing that if I later decided to use the usart I would need to use portb.2. Once I changed the pins this morning not it constantly transmits. I haven't changed anything, but portb.2 was an input and porta.3 the output. Once I switch back all is good.