Mark,
Yep i rang this morning - i'm chasing up another lead at the moment, will let you know if i want to order any more.
I am wondering if i'm going to spend up to $60 or $70 (or a heap more depending on which price you look at!) and still be unsure if its all thats wrong with the board, then maybe i'm better getting either a 2nd hand one or even a LED display board for the Earthshaker....
But, i did want the satisfaction of completing a challenge...