I just won these rare items on ebay for the 5200
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWNX:IT

I haven't had a chance to try them yet. I noticed in the auction that it didn't include the y-cable but I have one that for some reason came with my 5200. It doesn't seem that I need it anyway since there is a port on the keypad for the joystick. Is that how it is suppose to work or do I use the y cable? What are the known issues with these joysticks? Why are there switches that make the stick loose or more stiff? I got these since it was a good price and I am hoping to finally enjoy my 5200 again.