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Ok so looks like I finally got this working. I ordered replacement DYE ink that was advertised as being compatible with Canon PG/PGI series. Sucked out all the old ink from the cartridges and filled with the new ink. But this time instead of filling the cartridges 80-90% full, I only put 15 mL...

Yes I meant cyan. I'm using the terms blue and cyan interchangeably because I'm a noob. This printer only has 4 colors. I ordered some replacement ink and we'll see what happens. Interesting theory that maybe the cartridge could have an air leak. But interestingly when I take out the print...

Yup it's certainly tricky. In my case this is a beater printer and I have an extra donor print head so I really don't mind experimenting. I'm going to buy some new dye ink that's advertised to be compatible with the PGI series and see what happens. Worse case if it doesn't work I can still make...

Fixed the link. The refillable cartridge I got is slightly different, but yes basically one of these generics. I guess the reason why I was trying to stick with a dye is for standardization so that I can also use it on my Brother (it seems less picky on ink and will take anything). All other...

Thanks, probably my mistake for grabbing the nearest bulk dye ink refil I had laying around to fill these. Surprisingly, on Amazon there does not appear to be any pigment specific compatible replacements. There is one product that lists as compatible with PGI-1200 but it's a dye. Could it be...

Hi guys, I have a Canon MB2720 with a brand new head that I sourced from a donor unit. I have put brand new refillable cartridges in and refilled them with a dye ink for all colors. The problem is, everything appears to be coming out very wet and gradually the blue seeps into the magenta. I am...