Jabo

As far as I know m8, there's no problem with having more than 1 stick installed in Windows. You just need to ensure that the axes in-game are mapped to the correct controller. As I'm also going to be using the throttle component of my X52, I intend to map the throttle slider on the MSFFB to a separate control (probably pitch trim) after all, the computer and game have no awareness that this input is 'supposed' to be the throttle, so you could map it to whatever you like. My current thinking having done a little research is to use a BU0836A joystick controller board and run the following on an external panel. Magnetos x8 - (Thinking ahead to 4 engines!) - Throw Switches Fuel Cocks x4 - (Ditto) - 3 posn Rotary Switches Nav, Landing and Cockpit lights plus Gunsight Illumination - Switches Pitch, Roll and Yaw Trim on sliders (Free single rtation pots) First step will probably be a proof of concept just for the lighting (I know, I'm a coward - lol) Jabo

Also going to build a panel with switches for magnetos etc once I can work the circuitry out Jabo

I think I'm going to follow fb's lead, although I have an old joystick to butcher for the button bay

Happy birthday m8!! Have a great one!! Jabo

Nice find Skypup, I'll never get tired of hearing the sound of Merlins Jabo

I bought one this afternoon off fleabay, I also have an old stick to butcher for a button bay and the X52 joystick will be relegated to the spares shelf just in case. Jabo

Don't need a written constitution for that m8. The EU on the other hand...Grrrr Jabo

Overclockers and ebuyer provide a good service here in the UK. OC turned round my gfx card in 1 day from point of order. Jabo

Do you want my x52 profile for il2 to get you started Delta? I have one for CloD too, but it's very basic as the built in joystick support seems to work well with the x52 Jabo

I have a spare 15" TFT monitor (HP) which is in need of a home. It's in full working order and is ideal as a second monitor for those that want one. I'm not selling it, I'm giving it away. All you'd need to pay for is the post and packing or you're welcome to pick it up from here or Duxford(?) PM me if you're interested. Jabo EDIT: Unfortunately this is now in the trash.

Looking good Delta - I take it you went for Win 7? Jabo

That's probably what Wills was thinking... Jabo

Saw it at the cinema, definitely deserving of the oscars.

Don't forget, for those who want them, the highly sought-after DDz shirts, mugs, jackets, caps etc are all still available from Jabo Enterprises. They are de rigueur for that authentic DDz experience at Flying Legends... Polos - £13.50 T-Shirts - £12.00 Mugs/Hats/Beanies - £6.00 Jackets - £40 (subject to verification) All prices exclusive of P&P. Simply PM your nearest Jabo to place your order! Jabo

Looks like a bum deal to me.

Damn, the overseas contingent still fails to be put off by the drunken antics of the UK Dogz. Hopefully you'll be able to join us for a beer or two in Cambridge Ovy! Jabo

Ah-ha, less said the better then

Me too, it's pretty straight-forward

Well, it works Rog, the beta patch downloaded in about 10 mins even on my crappy connection. Jabo

Before loading the beta I used Steam to revert the game files to their original state, just to be on the safe side. Jabo

Lol, something to do with Roland's sidekick Kev? Jabo

Lawks...and probably lordy too.

doh! Doh! Or this one:http://dangerdogz.com/forums/files/file/496-il2cod-14072rar/No ads, no waiting and pretty quick DOH! Downloading from the Vault now as the first attempt from 1c crapped out mid-way through. Jabo

I will be eventually - 4kB/s at the moment

Anyone interested in a free monitor? I have a spare 15" TFT monitor (HP) which is in need of a home. It's in full working order and is ideal as a second monitor for those that want one. I'm not selling it, I'm giving it away. All you'd need to pay for is the post and packing or you're welcome to pick it up from here. PM me if you're interested. Jabo