Those hippie ink-refill kits...

[kkktookmybabyaway]

They look like a disaster waiting to happen, but I'm curious to know if anyone has tried them before...

[AndrewTS]

They look like a disaster waiting to happen, but I'm curious to know if anyone has tried them before...

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Depends on the brand and the cartridge, but I've used a couple for my Compaq and they worked well if you're careful.

[jimmy no nose]

I used one a few years ago, it worked fine. Only problem was I ended up with ink all over the floor that wouldn't come off. Haven't really tried since.

[Steviekick]

I tried it twice and both times ended with me having to purchse brand new ink cartridges. Reccommend to avoid.

[Guest Leelee]

I'd generally say to avoid. There's usually a schlub at a flea market/computer store who sells refilled cartridges for little money. It's not worth the hassle doing it yourself.

[haws bah gawd]

A few years back, I tried one to refill my black ink cartridge. Needless to say a few minutes after I started squeezing the refill thing, the majority of my living room was covered in black ink. I recommend avoiding these do it yourself things unless then come with a shield of some sort.

[Paul Stanley]

They work fine if you do it over a sink.

[Hawkius Maximus]

I've done it. A few times anyway.

 

Last time I did, not only did the cartridge get destroyed but I had black ink EVERYWHERE.

 

I'd only say do it, if you're sure you can take the time to do it right. Rush, and things get messy.

[kkktookmybabyaway]

I should state for the record I have no intention of ever getting a refill kit. I was just curious to know how messy they could be...

[Eclipse]

I always thought and wondered how those refills kits would work. I wouldn't bother buying it. I am fine with just getting a new ink cartridge.

[CanadianChris]

I tried one about ten years ago. Let's just say it didn't work out very well.

[tekcop]

My local Wal-Mart uses them since it's a whole lot cheaper. My cousin works there, and he says they've pretty much perfected it.

 

I, on the otherhand, have had the same experiences as everyone else here. They suck.

[Dr. Tom]

Just buy a laser printer. Screw those commie ink cartidges. Buying a couple of those is more than the bloody printer costs. Lasers are usually faster, more reliable, have a lower per-page printing cost, and are quite reasonably priced. You can get a good laser for basic home use for about $150. Color lasers for home or small office use start around $400-500.

[JJMc]

a few minutes after I started squeezing the refill thing, the majority of my living room was covered in black ink.

 

 

This is about what I have heard from people I know who've used them.