The guys at the club I joined, gave me a plane to repair, engine and radio AND their time on the buddy box. I understand the frustration of not being able to fly exactly when you want to BUT I did get in 8-10 flights on the buddy box in the span of about 3 weeks. Three days ago one of my instructors said "I'll take off and then hand you the box, you're ready" and boom, I solo'd that day. This was 1 month after starting the repairs on the trainer and I will run for another week or so on my fiorsst gallon of fuel. I am grateful to have been lucky enough to find the right club!