Digital BW, The Print

--- In DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com, "lambonick" <BMWNick@...> wrote:
>
> Hi,
> 
> I posted this in the Epson 4000 group but didn't get many responses so I thought I'd try here.
> 
> I apologize if this has been addressed previously, I searched and nothing came
> up!
> 
> I inherited a 4000 that I'd like to convert to B&W printing. What is the current
> "best" solution? MIS? Piezography? Or is there a replacement color ink solution
> that can be RIP controlled to produce both b&w/color prints?
> 
> I realize that this can be a can of worms topic, but I was hoping that there would be an obvious "just get this" solution at this point for such an old printer.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Nick
>
Nick,

The 4000 has a reputation for clogged nozzles, so whatever ink you choose, try to find an ink that has a reputation for not clogging.  Some 4000's seemed to work fine, but others clogged like crazy.  Epson sent me three 4000's, and every one of them was a clogmeister.  I got so fed up with my 4000 (even using only Epson OEM inks) that I finally gave it to the Salvation Army.  I couldn't find anyone who wanted it for free, let along for a price.  

If you have a good one, it makes fine prints.  But stack the deck in your favor by feeding it whatever inks tend to not clog.  

Lou