Totally unrelated, but have you considered one of these?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/330919501256?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649
I've had it on my ebay watch list for forever, looks super-cute and a really easy way to transfer files. Just a thought!
Also, who asked that question about "why are you calling it a 'breadbox' C64"? Ugh, facepalm! Maybe it's just a North American expression or something. *sigh*
I was considering buying one of those. But got a 1541 U2 instead.
Awesome device. Worth the wait for it.
