> 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.