I would think you could ask the ill Tech Counselor if he knows of others in the area or the local EAA chapter.
I know the other counselors in my area and often point builders to them if my schedule doesn't permit me to assist.
Worse case, find another RV-9 builder to take a look at your project. If you can't find a RV-9 builder, then any other RV'er that built their aircraft. While it doesn't count under the Technical Counselor program, it's another set of eyes that may catch something that you didn't.
bob
