My new Hood Insert arrived today. I ordered it last week from Merlin. It was the last one he had in stock. Merlin's price has gone up since this thread started. Now there $401.96 Part Number: 8-97143-523-4

Merlin at St. Charles Isuzu 1-800-727-8066
http://www.stcharlesautoparts.com/

Mine started to crack in the corner. I plan to refinish it and keep it as a spare.