what do you mean by overkill that it has all these features that I don't need. If so I don't mind, I plan to reuse the sensor in a later project. I just need to know if I could use this find out the angle or change in angle so i can correct it with titling weight. I found this is it what i'm looking for? http://www.mindkits.co.nz/store/sensors/imu-analog-combo-board-5-degrees-of-freedom-idg500-adxl335-1