I wish my 8830 worked. I mean technically the only thing wrong with it is it is on a Sprint network, but I think most will agree that is the same as "Not working" :P
Seriously though, I want a silver 8830 to hold me over until a Storm :P
Omg, I have to do the same thing for my enV. My charging port got knocked out of its place and wiggles so I have to rig it every night with rubber bands to charge it.
It has been very surprising how many times that rig has been through airport security without any issues.. I keep it in my bag though so its not right out there in plain sight. I have gotten the occasional weird look from the person sitting next to me when I set it up to charge.