Grease Gun Storage

[mopowers]

Is there a magic way to store grease guns to keep them from leaking everywhere?

I use mine maybe once a year and every time I go to grab it, I spend more time cleaning it up than actually using it. Tell me I'm not alone on this!

 

[cudascott]

Your not alone! The oil and Paraffin separates after a while and just makes a mess. there’s a few ways to keep the mess contained but it’s gonna happen regardless unless you unload it after each use.
Some store it in a bucket or in some old socks or wrapped in rags.

 

[missing linc]

I hang mine inside a 5 gallon pail, probably has 3 inches of goop on the bottom now.

 

[Lord Sparky]

In a bag.

 

[Daves69]

Storage pictures on the net if you search........

 

[Darter6]

Your not alone!

In a bag.

I use old pillow cases. Drop it in, wrap it around a few times,THEN drop it in a bucket !

 

[CFD244]

5 gallon bucket, guns hanging on the side. I have 1/2 of the lid cut off with holes drilled in the part lid that's left.....That's where the funnels go

 

[Dana67Dart]

Just thinking outside the box...
Get a mini fridge and keep them in there. The cold will keep the grease more solid.

Or

Toss the grease out and buy new every year

 

[66fyssh]

Is there a magic way to store grease guns to keep them from leaking everywhere?

No.


Seriously though, I'm going with @dana67 idea and just buy a new tube when I need it.

 

[Dana67Dart]

I actually bought one of the mini guns with the small cartridges. Less to toss.

 

[my68barracuda]

I bought one of these probably 10 years ago, keeps the floor under the gun clean

Summit Gifts 00002 No-Drip Grease Gun Holder | Summit Racing

 

[mopowers]

Thanks guys. I like the idea of using the smaller cartridges.