Opening Freehand 8 Files

Thanks for the generous offer, Kurt.

I have about 70-75 files in total, each formated to fit an 8.5 x 11 piece of paper, if that gives you a sense of the size of the project. They are not large file sizes.

I think they are "simple" files, but I can't say for sure. For some of them I had imported some graphics and used fonts from music notation software. I vaguely remember those being a little fussy to work with, but maybe not. 

If that number (70-75) is high:
Perhaps I could send a couple to see how they transfer?
I might consider trying Tensai, and perhaps taking you up on your offer if just a few files don't convert well?
Certainly some payment or donation sounds fair.

I'd be happy to hear whatever you're comfortable with.

Thanks again!

Thanks for the info and quick reply. I may end up going that route.

However, I was wondering about getting this done without the third party plug in, as I have heard mixed reviews.

For example, from User1 on this forum, from Jan 2020:

"I originally used Tensai AI Plugins to convert my files. It's a hit and miss situation. Some of the .fh9 files were too old or complex to convert. My best solution was found in my old macs lying in my garage, luckily It hadn't been updated since 0S9."
https://illustrator.uservoice.com/forums/333657-illustrator-desktop-feature-requests/suggestions/33624826-opening-old-freehand-files-in-illustrator

Are there any updates on success (or failure) with Tensai?
Also, I'd still like to hear if anyone can confirm which versions I'd need to convert up to current, or if anyone is doing these types of conversions.

Thanks again!