I'm being honest. For the time and headache you put in, what's that 50 bucks?
That's 50 bucks for convenience. A small price Id be willing to pay then dealing with that cobbled mess you have.
Order it, pay, plug it in, done.
Not cut this,solder that, ohm here, plug this, unplug it, jump that.
What sounds better, easier, less headache?