If he PMs me, it's done
LoL @ oldman - met him way back in umm sheesh, mid-90's at the reading airshow.
Does the FFB2 you're referring to work? Earlier blue-box production runs had weak triggers - the later red-boxed productions were much better but eventually had spazzy hat switches.
I have about 4 or 5 in boxes as mentioned, in need of a soldering and button thingy, but if you anna toss yours my way, I'll be happy to pay for the shipping and a little extra. PM sent.