failing ink cartridges

[fuzzydog]

Is there any way to rejuvenate an ink cartridge that’s been lying around for a time?
A few customers have commented that the cartridge starts skipping after a short time.
I immediately replace the cartridges for them.
These kits have been in the shop for, due I dare say, a year or two.
These are Cross style refills. Has anyone else experienced this problem?
Can anyone recommend a reliable source for Cross and Parker refills?

 

[mrcook4570]

One limitation of the ballpoint is that it will be hard to start after it has been lying dormant for a while.

 

[ldimick]

I have heard that heat will get the ink flowing again. But be careful since many of the cartridges now are plastic.

 

[Geo in Winnipeg]

A bic lighter works great for getting a ballpoint going but be careful - if you overdo it the little ball pops out making a nice mess.[B)]
DAMHIKT

 

[ldimick]

Originally posted by Geo in Winnipeg
<br />A bic lighter works great for getting a ballpoint going but be careful - if you overdo it the little ball pops out making a nice mess.[B)]
DAMHIKT

ROTFLOL!!!![]

That is one visual that I wish I had a real picture for.

&lt;Pen in left hand, bic in right, hot ink spraying all over. Blank stare on face&gt;