Downunder Newbie

Hi guys and gals,

I've been lurking for a while and thought I should introduce myself.
Great forum by the way.
My family, including cat and dog live aboard Osprey - a 1989 Len Randell designed 54' cruiser. Twin GM 8V92TTA, semi planing hull, WOT 20 kts, cruise 8kts @880rpm, 6000l diesel, 1000l water, 17.5kva generator. She was commissioned for Australian Customs as a patrol vessel. We're giving her a second or third lease on life by upgrading or fixing most things.
Once we get all systems sorted, we'll be off on a 1000Nm journey north.
Based just south of Port Jackson (Sydney).

Welcome! Good to see another on board from Oz. 'upgrading or fixing most things' sounds a bit ominous though.

It hasn't been too bad, new exhaust, one new and three recon turbos, new hw system, new electronics, major service, new through hulls and a few other things.
She run only 30 hrs since major overhaul 4 years ago.
She's a tough old girl - perfect for us.

Len Randell may be better known in the west, but is well regarded as a designer over east. Customs know a thing or 2 about boat selection.
Welcome aboard, and happy cruising.

Yes, welcome! If the basic hull is good, updating the various systems is a worthwhile thing, IMHO.

Hope to see you around Moreton Bay when you journey north.

H.

Greetings,
Welcome aboard.

Welcome GlennJenn.


Your trip of 1,000nm sound great.


Best of luck Mate.


Cheers.


H.