hey thanks for the reply Daddy S
I did a bit more reserch myself and found www.thundermfg.com
so if anyone else is having the same problem, there is adapter kits available.
this is the link for an adapter that fits both XVS950a and XVS1300
http://www.thundermfg.com/store/index.php?l=product_detail&p=300
I have to save up for one too Daddy S.
i might go without food for a week or so.
you are 1st on the list if they send me too many.
thanks
John