MayFly, thanks for sharing your experience here.
For the last couple weeks I've been thinking about doing my CPL in the states and have it converted to CASA CPL since my aussie dollars is currently in a very strong position against USD. That way I can save significant amount of $$$ from the training.
After reading your post I started to realise I might actually end up paying a lot more for the FAA CPL than doing a CASA CPL. Plus the time spend in waiting for the convert process. I really appreciate your quality inputs on the thread and wish you successful with your career progress.
p.s. Is it true as mentioned on this thread that having overseas ATPL converted to CASA ATPL will disadvantage one from getting employ in Australia?