BU0836 Alternatives

I saw a very good deal for a Logitech Pro Yoke online second hand. I noticed that there is a lot of feedback about deadzones etc and a general trend to replace the controller board with a BU0836 from Leo Bodnar.

Shipping to Australia from Leo Bodnar is almost as expensive as the board itself. I was wondering if anyone has had success with other boards?

I did find this one: 12 Bit Controllers - Derek Speare Designs
Has anyone tried it?