[Bearcat]

This is probably not exactly the right section but I don't know where else to ask. Is it possible to add extra functions to a joystick, I mean like adding extra buttons or an extra axis for prop pitch control. I have a Saitek ST290 Pro and it would be really cool to add trim wheels, a button with a coverswitch for bombs and a prop pitch control. I've heard of guys making there own setups so it can't be too hard to modify one, can it? I would be extremely grateful for any advice. Thanks.

Yes... but to do what you want to do I recommend what bolox said... I took my X-45 and modded it so that the joystick was all in one but I used the existing board. I just got some new switches.