Was finally able to figure out how to download and use the USB drivers for Reflex but now the sim only sees my Tx sporadically it seems like I have to switch the tx on and off several times before it will work, anybody got any clues

Please check the coupling 3.5 mm between the USB interface and the adapter. Sometimes, tolerances work against as. You may try as well soldering the long wire directly to the 6-pin Hitec connector. It's 2 wires only and pretty simple. Don't worry about warranty. There is a free exchange policy no matter waht age the interface is or who caused the problem. wolfgang