Are the hinges on this particular model ($ 65.00 one) plastic or stainless &amp; if they're plastic, has anyone had an issue with the hinges breaking? Thx
91033
They are sturdy plastic and we have been very happy with this product (we have two). Metal hinges loosened up and wiggled the seat during use. This seat has been the best we have ever had for stability.
63295
This can does not have metal hinges. The hinges are made of sturdy plastic held together with metal screws. I don't anticipate any problems with the hinges. I have this trash can for over a year and I am very happy with it.
91032
The hinges are a sturdy plastic. I have had no problem with the hinges loosing or breaking. This is the best toilet seat I've ever purchased. I plan on getting another one to give to my brother.
1111680
I've not had that problem. It's just the hinge mechanism that is still working but cracked.
2048433
Mine has never broken, although I do not open and close it often. The ribbon is pretty cheap and thin. If you plan on opening the lid reportedly, I would get a metal hinge. If not, or does look very nice, especially for the price.
1225383
Some parts of the hinges are metal (Outside parts) While the actual mechanism is metal/plastic mix. It should be noted that in the year i have had these they still feel and operate like the day i got them. And as a DJ i absolutely abuse these sometime and they just take it.
234032
The hinges are metal. I've been using mine for about a year now and they don't rust or get squeaky either.
930923
Short version is no, the hinge is molded plastic continuous with the body and the lid. However there are two metal hinge pins. I have owned many of these footlockers for use on mission trips to Africa and other places, they have been overloaded stacked and abused and the hinges have never failed. I recommend this product.
819540
The hinge is plastic.The rod that connects to the foot pedal is metal. There may be hidden parts that are plastic.
1402156
Yes. Mine had the same issue. I had to buy extra hinges from amazon. Hinges were like 4.50 and shipping was like 7.00 unfortunately.
680676
I have a five day igloo cooler that I used in my cook shed before I got my refrigerator and ice maker installed. I was going through the old plastic hinges and latches all of the time. The stainless steel hinges and latches have lasted for around a year. Best investment I ever made. If I buy a new cooler I will replace the hinges and latch with stainless before the plastic ones even break.
669952
doesnt work like that.... not the newer drawer "closers" where they pull in the rest of the way (softly). this one has a kind of spring hinge where you close it most of the way and it will pull itself the rest of the way, not slowly, the way they have always been. but these are nice and strong and really does have a pull to it. but doesnt make it slam ! no creaking sounds, nice and smooth. one of the nicer looking hinges for the price. really upgraded my older kitchen. again if you have the outside hinges then these are great. the ones that close themselves are the ones that you attach from the inside, they pull the doors in slowly. i think those are the ones you were thinking of. doesnt work like that.... not the newer drawer "closers" where they pull in the rest of the way (softly). this one has a kind of spring hinge where you close it most of the way and it will pull itself the rest of the way, not slowly, the way they have always been. but these are nice and strong and really does have a pull to it. but doesnt make it slam ! no creaking sounds, nice and smooth. one of the nicer looking hinges for the price. really upgraded my older kitchen. again if you have the outside hinges then these are great. the ones that close themselves are the ones that you... » Read More doesnt work like that.... not the newer drawer "closers" where they pull in the rest of the way (softly). this one has a kind of spring hinge where you close it most of the way and it will pull itself the rest of the way, not slowly, the way they have always been. but these are nice and strong and really does have a pull to it. but doesnt make it slam ! no creaking sounds, nice and smooth. one of the nicer looking hinges for the price. really upgraded my older kitchen. again if you have the outside hinges then these are great. the ones that close themselves are the ones that you attach from the inside, they pull the doors in slowly. i think those are the ones you were thinking of. « Show Less
1212254
I wish I could help but I hired someone to do the repairs. The only thing I know is the hinges were exactly what he replaced. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful
1637038
The thick plastic ones with rivets. Eventually they might break but I have had no issues as of yet and this cooler has now gone from Baja Mexico to the eastern Sierra and everywhere in between. I camp with it at least one weekend a month. It will just be like one of the smaller models where the door has no hinges if they break off. It seals very tightly so it wouldn't be too much of an issue. Also if your handy you could fix it if it bothered you that much. So far great cooler!
1354504
Mine is doing great. It's easier to open each slot after the 7 or 8 months I've had mine. I've been careful with the hinges since another reviewer mentioned he's breaking off, so none of mine have broken. I love it!
1880715
Yes. It needs better hinges. I think that once the hardware is upgraded the problem can be prevented. It looks great, but unfortunately they cut corners to maximize profit.
1874036
This modern version looks to have a plastic hinge. I have an older version, made circa 1970s right here in the US (not made in China like this new one), and the only plastic parts are the wheels and handle. But, they haven't broken in the 40 years it's been around, so I wouldn't say they'd break at all.