So, I have been having issues with play in the X direction. I wrapped some Metal Repair tape
https://www.acehardware.com/departm...ats-and-heating-supplies/duct-tape/47523around the central spindle where it had worn down. Last night, oddly enough the X GIMBAL FRACTURED into pieces!!
Luckily, I had a spare thanks to a generous SIMHQer. I replaced the GIMBAL, but again wrapped the tape around the center. I cannot imagine the Metal Tape is that much harder than the actual metal piece, but just to save myself some grief, is it POSSIBLE this was the reason for the Gimbal fracture? I am thinking just coincidence due to long wear.
I have looked at some of the Gimbal mods, and it is just too expensive and time consuming for me at this time..