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    Tough clog in Epson R220

    I searched the forums first but didn't find any very recent info Re: my print engine... Wouldn't you know it... out of all my R200/R220 printers, the one that I bought new in the box and has the least use is giving me problems. Three thrift store cheapies still work fine. :hu In this R220 I...
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    A wet-vac is great for post-purge evacuation...

    I finally got around to purging some BCI-3e and BCI-6 carts that had been sitting dry in a recycle bin for several years. Used a solution of 20% isopropyl alcohol and 80% distilled water to dissolve the old ink, worked great -- particularly for the 3e pigment black carts. Flushed them out until...
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    Are Epson R200 printers worth restoring?

    I was killing time the other day and took a stroll through a local Goodwill store, only to discover a couple of R200s for about $5 each. They apparently are guaranteed to print and still have OEM carts in them. I already have an R220 and enough IS ink to last several years and it would be...
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    Latest thoughts on refilling Canon OEM carts...

    I did a search here on the subject but so far haven't found the specific info I'm after -- particularly new thinking on purging Canon OEM carts without creating holes below the ink line. I have a few ideas... I have a collection of OEM BCI-3e and BCI-6 carts that have been sitting in my recycle...
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