Xenon Replacement Parts?

Hey Xenon world. I have an LG Xenon (AT&T), and I myself am a heavy texter. Apparently so heavy, that I recently went to open my phone and I heard what I thought was the sound of the ribbon cable being torn. With further investigation with a screwdriver, I found that the crappy little spring for the slider had broken in 2 pieces.

I thought it'd be simple: go online, pay like $5 for a new spring, and put it in. But everywhere I have looked, NO ONE SELLS THE LITTLE SPRING!

Does anyone know of ANY places that might sell these? I'd rather like to avoid $50 replacement fees thru my insurance.

THANKS

-Tim