#42595
Tue Apr 01 2008 04:51 PM
|
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 311
Petro Enthusiast
|
OP
Petro Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 311 |
hi all, is it better to collect oil cans full of oil or nicely open and empty.
im always looking but never find, why........
|
|
|
Please - NO offers to Buy or Sell in this forum category
Statements such as, "I'm thinking about selling this." are considered an offer to sell.
|
|
#42596
Tue Apr 01 2008 05:10 PM
|
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 3,004 Likes: 27
Veteran Member
|
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 3,004 Likes: 27 |
Hi,
The value of the can is in the can itself not the oil. However, many people, myself included, like full ones if I can. However, if the can is empty it will not stop me from buying it. Condition of the can is the main factor. If the can is leaking I would def drain it and I prefer bottom drained.
Keith
[This message has been edited by keithia (edited 04-01-2008).]
Drive with Care and Buy Sinclair!! I buy Sinclair globes, signs, cans, ect.
|
|
|
#42597
Tue Apr 01 2008 05:18 PM
|
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 530
Petro Enthusiast
|
|
Petro Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 530 |
I prefer empty cans as I have had a number of the full ones start to leak...not real bad just enough to leave an oil ring on the shelf. Seems that sometimes full ones will bring a little more money.
Kevin
I offer quart can re-lidding, can rolling, lid stamping, and dent removal.
|
|
|
#42598
Tue Apr 01 2008 05:57 PM
|
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 120 Likes: 2
Petro Enthusiast
|
|
Petro Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 120 Likes: 2 |
how old do they have to be to be collectible? and is there a better brand to collect?
|
|
|
#42599
Tue Apr 01 2008 05:57 PM
|
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 2,443
Veteran Member
|
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 2,443 |
I like empty ones , less weight on the shelves , no mess , less shipping . I collect what what looks good to me , I'm not in it for resale , My kids maybe but not me , so I just look for a deal on something I like , I collect Imperial Quarts, American Quarts, Outboard Quarts, I don't have a lot but I like it. its more the hunt for me .
[This message has been edited by +Chris Holt (edited 04-01-2008).]
Chris Holt
|
|
|
#42600
Tue Apr 01 2008 06:17 PM
|
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 22,780 Likes: 5
Veteran Member
|
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 22,780 Likes: 5 |
I CAN remove most dents & replace lids. If you think a can is questionable for repair, send me a few pictures. Here are couple of IMP. qts I did for Chris Holt  & these 4 for a silent member of oldgas  db oldegaspump@earthlink.net ------------------ ** NEED A LID ? ** FREE MINOR DENT REMOVAL, CAN DO W/ 4oz., 1 qt., Imp. qt, 6 5/8" dia.Gallon & 5qt Re-lidding. Solid or slotted bank lids.
|
|
|
#42601
Mon Apr 14 2008 11:03 PM
|
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 263
Petro Enthusiast
|
|
Petro Enthusiast
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 263 |
Dick,
I don't know that I've ever see pictures of the "DATED COPY" cans you make for displays. What do those look like and what brands are available?
Chad
|
|
|
#42602
Tue Apr 15 2008 06:40 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 22,780 Likes: 5
Veteran Member
|
|
Veteran Member
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 22,780 Likes: 5 |
 1 can is original. I started doing them with paper labels, but some were removing & making their own Cans. I switched to a water slide decal. ALL my cans are Dated on the seam. I have done over 150 Different ones & continue when I get the urge.
|
|
|
|
|
