Osprey 6.2m build!

[Downhilldai]

,XL, mun.

[69cmw]

That's interesting as talking to the builder of the rib the other day he told me it was for a long shaft on that particular rib, the only reason I asked is I am interested in Mike building me a 6.2VM after seeing his work on refurbishing my Avon.
So looking at the replies on this thread has me confused.

[Downhilldai]

On the 5.8 & 6.2 VMs, the transom has to be notched to accommodate a longshaft motor. The top of the transom is flat on this boat.

[Chris]

The 5.8 / 6.2 does have a shorter transom (25") as opposed to the 6.5 and above that have a 27" transom.

Both can take an XL, however it will sit 2" above the transom on a 6.2 not an issue however as you can see from this rig.

[Hightower]

When I ordered my 6.2VM I was told that the transom would be built to the 27" dimension as standard. However I wanted mine at 25" so that i could have a bit more flexibility on engine height.

I get the feeling that mike will custom build you anything you want within the designs of the basic mould. But a 20" transom would let a lot of water in unless he built you a splash back well.

[Downhilldai]

Originally Posted by Hightower

When I ordered my 6.2VM I was told that the transom would be built to the 27" dimension as standard. However I wanted mine at 25" so that i could have a bit more flexibility on engine height.

I get the feeling that mike will custom build you anything you want within the designs of the basic mould. But a 20" transom would let a lot of water in unless he built you a splash back well.

No it doesn't

[69cmw]

Now you may see why I am confused as even people on here who have the VM's differ in their opinions.

[Downhilldai]

Originally Posted by 69cmw

Now you may see why I am confused as even people on here who have the VM's differ in their opinions.

I speak from experience of running a VM5.8 with a longshaft motor.

[Chris Caton]

Originally Posted by Hightower

I get the feeling that mike will custom build you anything you want within the designs of the basic mould.

+1

[69cmw]

Cheers DD, so what length is your transom then? If its possible for you to measure it.
Thanks

[landlord]

7m VM 27" transom with XL shaft (25")

[matt h]

Landlord!! you should be working with Osprey!! you the man and have the nicest Demo boat!!

[Erin]

6.5m VM with 26" transom and XL Suzook. I asked Mike to knock an inch off the transom cos the Suzook spins a slightly larger diameter prop than most. Have ended up raising the engine about 1/2" since tho!

[Downhilldai]

My VM5.8 has a 21" transom.

[Hightower]

I think that it's pretty obvious that Mike will make your transom any height you desire. ........within reason.

[gotchiguy]

Had a great day out on this boat the other day, the owner was very kind to let me drive the whole time!

It is a little strange being so far forward, a feeling of being closer to the water because obviously the beam is much narrower where it is tapering up to the bow so the edge is closer. There is a lot more space on board than I expected, without the livewell you could easily have another row of seats, or a bench seat.

The engine is propped too coarsely at the moment, it is running a 19p Laser II but is only making 5200 trimmed REALLY far out. The throttle response is great though, quick acceleration and good trim characteristics. This can only improve with the correct prop. At 10knots the engine really sounds like it is bogging but when you get up to speed it is sweet as a nut. 50 knots was just about achieved with me and two fat blokes on board, so more must be possible with a better prop and less weight.

In the Bassin d'Arcachon where we were, there was a huge variety of conditions, inside, it was nearly flat calm but out in the sea it was lumpy so I had the chance to test out the rough weather characteristics of the boat. It really is nearly identical to ours, despite the metre difference. My only compaint is the steering wheel is much too low and made my upper arms ache really quickly, something I have never experienced before. The steering is very very heavy also, which I think is down to the wrong oil being used in it, I can't remember the spec but it was not proper ultraflex hydraulic oil. Some grade of ATF stuff.

The taller windscreen really wraps around and I stayed dry throughout, that's an advantage of being so far forward I suppose.

This boat was built on a serious budget and also in a tough time frame and it is very fortunate that it all worked out in the end. There are a few little bits and pieces which need to be given finishing touches over the winter but the target was for him to have a working boat to fish off over the summer and that is what he has got

I really don't think you could put together a boat of this quality, capability and performance for the same or less money wise. I have personally invested many, many tens of hours into this boat and anyone interested in putting together an Osprey is welcome to contact me about them and I can try to provide any help or advice.

[jumpinjack]

Have heard a lot about the Osprey Vipermax, never actually saw one in the flesh until last week. Very impressed.

Came across this one in Rathmullan, Donegal, Ireland. Looked very new, lovely looking boat. A ton of space onboard.

[PeterM]

Originally Posted by matt h

Landlord!! you should be working with Osprey!! you the man and have the nicest Demo boat!!

yep...a stunning bit of kit....

[Nick Hearne]

Originally Posted by gotchiguy

This boat was built on a serious budget and also in a tough time frame and it is very fortunate that it all worked out in the end. There are a few little bits and pieces which need to be given finishing touches over the winter but the target was for him to have a working boat to fish off over the summer and that is what he has got
.

Come they how much £ to get it this far?

[gotchiguy]

Bear in mind this also has the custom built livewell, not sure other companies would even do that for you!