Katamarino -- have a good trip! Maybe on the return then.
Radar -- After flying Arrow II, I got into WOH's PH-AKJ. The C177RG was perfect for my trips to Cardiff and in all aspects a better performer than the Arrow II -- slightly faster, better climb, more economical, higher loading capacity and much much longer range (PH-AKJ had 7 hours). Operating costs are good given the 2000h TBO, once you get the gear adjusted properly maintenance shouldn't be too expensive, and the resale value is good. When we started looking for a plane to fit our mission profile, the Cardinal was a strong candidate.
I'm not sure where AKJ is now, I hope it's up in the air with somebody having fun.