Well, I talked to nick and he's going to see what they can do with a 15" basket - maybe get the new soft parts to work on the old basket. the he said the 12 soft parts in the v1 motor is NOT doable because the gap is too small but he's getting parts from his disty to see if the 15 is doable.
I've contacted soundsplinter, as well as some individuals who have the 15" basket.
Right now the sub is at the post office and an insurance claim has been filed. I'm buddies with the guy working there so instead of them throwing it away like they're supposed to, I'll get it back and have the money put into fixing it.