Agree story is another Viper epic...have followed your progress, agree you have a great car. We had a problem with a broken top on delivery, dealer PROMPTLY shipped another that was SMASHED by UPS ( packing job NOT the greatest in my opinion), but FINALLY got THIRD top with no injuries. Have you called JonB at Parts Rack? (1-360-837-3937). Also, you might try Nancy in parts at Woodhouse ( 1-800-889-1893) or call Fitzgeralds ( 1-800-VIPER15) to see if they (being LARGE dealers) have any take-offs. WELCOME aboard, and good luck.