Sorry Cynical, no offense intended.
But having been through the exact same 737 thing for near on 10 years, I would like to offer a word of advice to the Impulse drivers...It just won't happen, the existing 73 drivers WILL make sure of that.( rightly or wrongly )
Yes false hope is a b@stard, and it's also a waste of time and energy.
Best of luck cynical, have been in your position and I do sympathise, whatever you do, don't give up.