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Default Long ago in a distant galaxy

On Sep 3, 1:51 am, "SteveB" wrote:
they used to make 5 gallon metal cans. Metal wire handle. 2" or so spout
with a 1' or so cap on top of that. IIRC, oil used to come in them. I need
a couple for trash oil. Any idea where to find any?

Steve


They still make them. I have a couple in the shop that I picked up on
the side of the road. I believe that they originally held "Thompson's
Water Seal" wood preservative. There is still some solvent based
paint/stain/sealer like products still sold in metal 5 gal cans.

CarlBoyd