Oil container disposal
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Kestas
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They go in the trash bin. The residual oil makes them undesirable for recycling. Same for antifreeze jugs.
Originally Posted by Bill_W
At the minimum I would like to be politically correct
Are the containers offended if called jugs?
https://dpw.lacounty.gov/general/fa...mp;FaqID=JSMtXzZSTSggCg==&Keywords=1
I leave the containers to drain overnight or more, then throw them in the trash.
I once took 2 big trash bags full of glass jars to a recycling center. They suggested I throw them in the trash, which I did, cutting my hand in the process. Around here recycling companies only care to recycle stuff with CRV value.
At the minimum I would like to be politically correct
Are the containers offended if called jugs?
https://dpw.lacounty.gov/general/fa...mp;FaqID=JSMtXzZSTSggCg==&Keywords=1
I leave the containers to drain overnight or more, then throw them in the trash.
I once took 2 big trash bags full of glass jars to a recycling center. They suggested I throw them in the trash, which I did, cutting my hand in the process. Around here recycling companies only care to recycle stuff with CRV value.
I don't know if I was told something wrong, but I usually go to a city-operated recycling center near where I live and was recently told to just toss the old containers in the #2 bin. The bin said "clean containers only" but he told me it was fine if I'd emptied it out. The bin smelled mostly of laundry detergent perfume.
They used to have a large tank and several trash cans marked as "used oil containers". Now they have a can for used oil filters. I've dumped everything there from ATF, to gear oil, and used power steering fluid. I guess the oddest was used motor oil that went into the transmission of my 1995 Integra GS-R (before Honda MTF).
A few times I've gone to our county hazardous waste disposal facility. That's basically the only place will take used antifreeze, paints, etc. However, they will take up to 15 gallons of used motor oil per visit. However, almost everything they accept must be left in the trunk of the vehicle, and they'll take everything - containers and all. I don't know for sure what they would do if I came in with one of those reusable oil containers (with a built-in collection pan) that they hand out there. I'm guessing they'll just take the whole thing and then hand out an empty replacement.
They used to have a large tank and several trash cans marked as "used oil containers". Now they have a can for used oil filters. I've dumped everything there from ATF, to gear oil, and used power steering fluid. I guess the oddest was used motor oil that went into the transmission of my 1995 Integra GS-R (before Honda MTF).
A few times I've gone to our county hazardous waste disposal facility. That's basically the only place will take used antifreeze, paints, etc. However, they will take up to 15 gallons of used motor oil per visit. However, almost everything they accept must be left in the trunk of the vehicle, and they'll take everything - containers and all. I don't know for sure what they would do if I came in with one of those reusable oil containers (with a built-in collection pan) that they hand out there. I'm guessing they'll just take the whole thing and then hand out an empty replacement.
Kestas
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I'm surprised they take up to 15 gals. I thought the limit was 5 gals because of DOT regulations related to transport.
Originally Posted by Kestas
I'm surprised they take up to 15 gals. I thought the limit was 5 gals because of DOT regulations related to transport.
I'm looking what it says. Actually up to 15 gallons or 125 lbs for private individuals. Small businesses are allowed more although I'm not sure if there's a fee. It's always been free for me. I see a max 5 gallon individual container size.
There's no statement of a max amount of motor oil, although I remember there used to be. It's just up to 15 gallons of assorted waste materials.
I know someone who works for our county hazardous waste dept. They of course handle stuff like whenever a major refinery has a release and sirens go off. However, I guess what keeps them busy is small businesses that close down and leave all sorts of abandoned hazardous materials.
I'm surprised they take up to 15 gals. I thought the limit was 5 gals because of DOT regulations related to transport.
I'm looking what it says. Actually up to 15 gallons or 125 lbs for private individuals. Small businesses are allowed more although I'm not sure if there's a fee. It's always been free for me. I see a max 5 gallon individual container size.
There's no statement of a max amount of motor oil, although I remember there used to be. It's just up to 15 gallons of assorted waste materials.
I know someone who works for our county hazardous waste dept. They of course handle stuff like whenever a major refinery has a release and sirens go off. However, I guess what keeps them busy is small businesses that close down and leave all sorts of abandoned hazardous materials.
In Ontario they are recyclable as long as they are empty. (Trickle left is fine) according to our chart we get from the city. Filters have to go to waste disposal station hazardous waste area (free).
Originally Posted by Kestas
They go in the trash bin. The residual oil makes them undesirable for recycling. Same for antifreeze jugs.
What about the recycling symbol on the bottom of the bottle?
They go in the trash bin. The residual oil makes them undesirable for recycling. Same for antifreeze jugs.
What about the recycling symbol on the bottom of the bottle?
Originally Posted by das_peikko
Originally Posted by Kestas
They go in the trash bin. The residual oil makes them undesirable for recycling. Same for antifreeze jugs.
What about the recycling symbol on the bottom of the bottle?
Most motor oil comes in #2 plastic (HDPE). Almost all of it has some sort of colorant, although I've used quite a bit pf translucent HDPE, so I'm not sure what they do about it. But I think the issue is that residual used motor oil may make it unsuitable for recycling without extremely means of cleaning them out.
Anyone remember when Quaker State had some oils in PET bottles? Or maybe they still do. I found this photo from the following thread:
![[Linked Image]](https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forums/attachments/usergals/2018/06/full-43698-26700-img_20180610_133537548.jpg "[Linked Image]")
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/4782835/Looking_for_the_clear_Quaker_S
Originally Posted by Kestas
They go in the trash bin. The residual oil makes them undesirable for recycling. Same for antifreeze jugs.
What about the recycling symbol on the bottom of the bottle?
Most motor oil comes in #2 plastic (HDPE). Almost all of it has some sort of colorant, although I've used quite a bit pf translucent HDPE, so I'm not sure what they do about it. But I think the issue is that residual used motor oil may make it unsuitable for recycling without extremely means of cleaning them out.
Anyone remember when Quaker State had some oils in PET bottles? Or maybe they still do. I found this photo from the following thread:
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthreads.php/topics/4782835/Looking_for_the_clear_Quaker_S
They have trash bbls at our recycling center, right next to the tank you pour the oil in. Most do-it-yourselfers buy the 5 liter jugs. Not sure what they do with them.
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Originally Posted by Kestas
Same for antifreeze jugs.
Those easily rinse out with water so shouldn't be a problem.
Same for antifreeze jugs.
Those easily rinse out with water so shouldn't be a problem.
Originally Posted by Bill_W
All the oil containers I have on the bottom is that recycle triangle. Maybe that means recycle at the hazardous waste location.
I just make sure mine have set for an extended time draining and they go into my regular recycling container.
All the oil containers I have on the bottom is that recycle triangle. Maybe that means recycle at the hazardous waste location.
I just make sure mine have set for an extended time draining and they go into my regular recycling container.
Originally Posted by CT8
Most recycling is a scam perpetrated to fool the Zombies. The glass and plastic make it to the recycle center before making it to the land fill.
This is happening more all the time.
The only recyclables any exporters will take anymore are CLEAN!!!
Food or oil residues means = landfill
China is buying very little recycled material anymore.
Most recycling is a scam perpetrated to fool the Zombies. The glass and plastic make it to the recycle center before making it to the land fill.
This is happening more all the time.
The only recyclables any exporters will take anymore are CLEAN!!!
Food or oil residues means = landfill
China is buying very little recycled material anymore.
I take used oil to Autozone and throw the (then emptied) containers away in their outdoor trash can on the way back to my vehicle.
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I let each quart bottle drain for 10 minutes.
I'm not worried about offending the recycle people; I pay them plenty of money to cope with my oil bottles.
I'm not worried about offending the recycle people; I pay them plenty of money to cope with my oil bottles.
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