Jamup, I have a sim setup (MSFS and complete yoke/twin throttle/rudders) that would be suitable and have lots of time on it flying heavy types to GA aircraft and generally goofing around.
I was thinking the same as you re using my setup sim at home and have someone tutor me/do it myself to brush up on my IF skills before renewing a long since lapsed MECIR. After considering that I may develop/foster bad habits (that Ive already learnt) by self or non professional advice, I decided that Im better off paying for professional assistance from an organisation that will also organise the flight test. Considering a few places now to do a MECIR renewal course. Country Capital Aviation in YSTW are winning on A/C choice. ( I may have an opportunity to get some work in a PA-30)
Lancair