Cuisinart DLC 2011 Advice

[Rob_T]

My question is regarding my Cuisinart DLC2011. As I was super-gluing the handle to my work bowl back together again last night it occurred to me that this is my second bowl/lid pusher that I have been through and they need replacing…again. I am afraid I am a Cuisinart abuser. It’s all that buying in bulk. Oddly, I started out not liking food processors because I like my knives but then somehow, this became my power tool of choice. I knead stiff doughs and have even been known to slice bulk prosciutto with it (bad idea, btw). I have made it make some very sad grinding noises on more than a few occasions. So, my question is… Does anyone have any experience with this model? I don’t want to shell out another 80 bucks for a new work bowl/lid and then have the motor go. If it is time to upgrade then so be it. I don’t have any other complaints. This one has performed admirably even with the noises she occasionally makes but I am concerned that maybe I should consider a total replacement or upgrade. Anyone have any advice?

[Sam Iam]

Rob, life's a bitch, especially with these processers. Look on eBay for a lightly used complete unit. Low shipping charges. Please, thank me later.