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From: echristley@nc.rr.com
Subject: Re: [FlyRotary] Linear Position Transducer?
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> I know I could devise a 3:1 lever ratio or some such thing and use 
> one of the cheap (but mechanically range restricted) linear 
> potentiometers for audio circuits, but would rather not.
> 
> Thanks
> 
> 
> Ed Anderson
> RV-6A N494BW Rotary Powered
> Matthews, NC

Just had a better idea. Grab a cheap analog joystick from the local BigBox.  They have two pots, each about 1.5".  Glue the two together mechanical, and jumper the wires for electrical connection.