The Deviant Del Rey

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1 hour ago, NOBLNG said:

Putting the can in the freezer might help to reduce pressure. I punctured 5 empty Mr. Hobby cans today so I could squash them and throw them in my scrap metal pail. Keep the can upright, DO NOT shake it, puncture it close to the top with a very sharp awl or maybe a darning needle. Just a very tiny hole is required to let the propellant out. Once the pressure is gone you can enlarge the hole and pour out the paint. I’d stir it by swirling the can around a bit before pouring. The paint will still have some propellant dissolved in it so don’t put it in a closed airtight container or you’ll have a mess when you open it.😬 I have sprayed decanted paint immediately though the airbrush…it does not need to “gas out” before spraying…just before storing.

Thanks, Greg. I wouldn't do this if I didn't need to.  That was a very complete picture you painted. 👍🏻

[NOBLNG]

14 hours ago, TopherMcGinnis said:

Can you turn the can upside down and run an awl into the nozzle passage? If it's upside down you should only get repellent out, right?

If you’re getting repellent out….you grabbed the wrong can.😳

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22 minutes ago, NOBLNG said:

If you’re getting repellent out….you grabbed the wrong can.😳

I haven't been into a can, but, when I had cans filled at a paint store there was a straw going to the bottom of the can. 

[Supernurd]

Why are the headlight bezel upside-down?

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9 hours ago, Supernurd said:

Why are the headlight bezel upside-down?

I did that to see if anyone would notice. Congratulations, Supernurd!  😀

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On 10/23/2025 at 7:18 PM, Shark said:

Not recommending this, I once shot a can of paint with a BB gun to let the pressure out and drain the paint.

That's a great idea! I've got an SKS that's just sitting in the cabinet, waiting for something to do. 🙂