Envirocycle latch replacement

Recently I decided to bring the Envirocycle back into the mix, and I remembered why I stopped using it: the latch was warped. When the drum is approaching full, the contents can slam against the door, which causes the latch to bend. Eventually the door will pop open while you're spinning it.  Not good. I asked for a replacement latch a long time ago, and it didn't take long to realize that it's not compatible with the older model. Although metal is obviously superior, it only fits the newer/smaller Envirocycles (stick with the large model if you want good results). The latch is off by just a few millimeters, but there's no room to drill it out to fit- not enough plastic on there. Back to the old style.  Customer…

Continue ReadingEnvirocycle latch replacement

Eureka!

I found these on the side of the road near the house... 4 bags will last me for most of the year, and I can shred them to fit into one storage bin. One grip, one year!  Not bad for processing a year's worth of food scraps.

Continue ReadingEureka!