Youngs FV lids snapping?

[Vinotinto]

Hi all
Anybody had any issues with the lids on the Youngs fvs breaking?
My 33l has had some service admittedly but all of a sudden the outside edge has snapped away. Still using it but obviously aware that it is not totally sealed. Considerable googling managed to source a supplier that will do the lids on their own. Brewer's Droop. Order placed and not yet arrived so cannot fully recommend just yet but hey - even with postage, a couple of lids works out cheaper than the alternative option of complete new bucket etc.

 

[Dutto]

In cold weather almost all plastics will snap rather than bend!

If you are worried about the gap in your current FV then I suggest that a layer of Cling Film either inside or outside of the lid will prevent any nasties from entering. A number of Forum Members don't bother with an airlock or bubble tube. They just stretch Cling Film across the top of the FV and rest the lid on top. :thumb: