Need an autopian in Central California, near Fresno.

lambostealth · 11-05-06, 07:42

I am slightly handicapped ( cut off my left hand at work, they put it back on, but I have no use), and would like to purchase a Porter Cable, however I think I am unable to use it with just one hand (I have no use of my left hand), I can pretty thouroghly wax my car (I use Zaino), however I really need someone to come over for swirl removal, and not charge an arm and a leg, I promise too thouroghly keep you fat, happy, and un-thirsty while you're here.

I have some Zaino ZPC, if you would like to use that, but if you have a favorite, it's up to you, hit me up, come by and let me know what it's gonna take to get it done.

It it a 2003 Dodge Neon, Black, with a Carbon Fiber hood (excellent quality).

Let me know!!

lambostealth · 11-15-06, 12:22

44 views and no one near me wants to help me out?

Someone must want to help a gimp!

If you know anyone in my area, please let me know how to contact them or you.

I'm willing to drive to you as well.

TheFiveO · 11-15-06, 12:33

Dude,
I'd be more than willing to help were you about 3 hours closer!! Your car looks immaculate already so I know it wouldn't take much effort to keep it that way.

lambostealth · 11-15-06, 11:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheFiveO

Dude,
I'd be more than willing to help were you about 3 hours closer!! Your car looks immaculate already so I know it wouldn't take much effort to keep it that way.

I know it looks great under that lighting, but, I'll get you a pic of it with the halogens on it tonight.

the other pc · 11-15-06, 03:11

Wish I could help out but I’m a couple hundred miles south.

Just a thought, even though you can’t manipulate tools with your left hand can you still press on things? Or maybe press with your forearm?

You can steer a PC pretty easily with one hand. Just waxing can be done one handed too (although it’s a not as easy on vertical panels). Correcting flaws takes two hands because you need to push down on it.

PC.

lambostealth · 11-15-06, 10:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by the other pc

Wish I could help out but I’m a couple hundred miles south.

Just a thought, even though you can’t manipulate tools with your left hand can you still press on things? Or maybe press with your forearm?

You can steer a PC pretty easily with one hand. Just waxing can be done one handed too (although it’s a not as easy on vertical panels). Correcting flaws takes two hands because you need to push down on it.

PC.

Thank you soo much for taking the time to answer and even make suggestions, it really kinda got me that someone would care enough to give me different ways to do it with my handicap.

Does the PC have a trigger type power switch that I need to keep depressed while its on, or does it have a lock?

I could use my forearm for pressure, but my hand is hypersensative, so my other concern is that it would vibrate too much for me to handle, is the vibrating harsh or is it pretty smooth?

Thanks so much for your time.

the other pc · 11-15-06, 11:40

You’re welcome!

The PC has a thumb switch on the back. I does lock down so you don’t have to hold it on.
http://www.autopia.org/ebook/Leveling.jpg

Most people don’t use the handle, removing it and pressing on the head instead.
http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums...um/Mike_DA.jpg

I find the vibration reasonable but it’s there and it’s continuous. I don’t think there’s any way to know for sure without trying it.

PC.

bigltc · 11-16-06, 02:18

If you have an air compressor check out Pneumatic Random Orbit Poishers from Fein or Festool. You wouldn't have the bulk of the motor to deal with.

Check with you local Fein or Festool rep to demo their electric and pneumatic random orbital polishers to see what works for you.

lambostealth · 11-16-06, 11:49

Wow, really, thanks guys, I will definately be looking into them as well.

the other pc · 11-16-06, 03:51

I tried using my PC this morning without using my left hand. It was kind of awkward but easier than I expected.

I didn’t use it for very long, just did a one-step on the hood and front fenders on my truck. I tried it at speeds 3, 4, 5 & 6 (disclaimer: I use Meg’s pads and backing plate and they recommend against speeds above 5, yada, yada, yada…) and pressed on the head with my forearm hard enough for it to orbit and barely rotate. I wouldn’t want to do it for eight hours a day, five days a week but I wouldn’t mind doing a panel at a time.

bigltc’s right about pneumatics being lighter than electrics. They’re generally more powerful too. They take a lot of air. If I had room for a huge (and expensive) compressor I’d be looking at polishers from Dynabrade and National Detroit.

PC.

artikxscout · 11-16-06, 08:13

I gotta hand it to you for only using 1 hand. It gets somewhat tiring for even 2 hands... especially the vert panels, then you're basically leaning on the pc. (i'm not that big). I'm from san jose, so if you're ever in the area, hit me up or scheudle an appointment with me. I'm going to school at UC berkeley so it's a fairly long drive (put 1300 miles last weekend to SD). Good luck on the rest of the car! Putting WAX on the car with a pc is a great way to save your arm, you might want to try that out.

35TH LE · 11-16-06, 08:49

I wish I could help... Im over 3hrs away.