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    Refilling CLI-221 Cyan with Hobbicolors

    Hello - I've recently started refilling my MX860 cartridges using Hobbicolors and squeeze bottles from Octoinkjet. I was able to refill the pigment black (PGI-220) and magenta (CLI-221) cartridges with no problem and without any spills, but whenever I handle the Cyan, it is really messy. I...
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    BCI-6 Starvation - Won't drip

    Can someone please explain a little bit more about the vacuum drying procedure and why it's a good method for drying? Is it a bad idea to use paper towels and blot it against the exit port? Also, I know this may be a stupid question but when you're flushing your cartridge under the sink, what...
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    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    Whats the difference between the 5th picture down and the 8th one down? In both it appears that he's waiting 1-2 minutes for the sponge to soak up the ink, and it seems that the 5th picture can be taken out and the guide would still make sense. Am I missing something?
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    Purging via German method

    Hey pharmacist, thanks for all your help. I've been learning a lot from reading through your posts. There are a few things I was hoping you could clarify. 1) In your response to this topic --> http://www.nifty-stuff.com/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=19256 you said to use 3 % glycerine or propylene...
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    refilling using squeeze bottles - w/pics and video(new)

    If I get the 100 ml SquEasyFill bottles from Octoinkjet, what would be the best way to store the bottles when not in use? Also, does anyone have a good idea of what container to use to hold it in?
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    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    This is my first experience working with needles for projects or anything. I feel sorta stupid for not realizing that the size decreases with increasing gauge. Thanks!
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    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    Hello - I am new to the forum but have been reading for hours on the German method because I wanted to refill my Canon Pixma MX860 which uses the PGI-220 and CLI-221 cartridges. I just had a few concerns: 1) I was planning on buying the SquEasyFill 100 ml kit (5 bottles) and then add the 20g...
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