The AEP build worked like a beauty. Now I just have to tinker till it goes as fast as I think it should.

I'm using a Microsoft SideWinder Precision Pro, which is very old and does use a analog connection. However, it did come with a USB adapter, do you think that might be helpful to find?

My joystick seems to work fine, except that the dead area is fairly large. It won't do fine adjustments, it only moves when the joystick is pushed far over and the cursor moves too fast.