H4Hamburger Thanks for the awesome comment. I think you are right. The videos I put together should be getting more views but TH-cam hasn’t been great in that regard over the past few months. Regardless, I detail for the love of it and the videos are just for fun. Do you currently drive an Audi?
@@RADGarage Yes sir, I drive a B8.5 S5 Coupe. I've always been into detailing but your content has made me strive to be more meticulous and passionate about the little things. I've learned so many small details that have improved my detailing immensely from you. I try to share your content! TH-cam recommended you to me, so I'm glad they reached me. Just keep grinding! I also watch a few guys you look up to, and I must say that your editing and ability to detail is actually at a higher level. This is what puzzles me about your channel. Thanks for your content and keep being excellent!
Thanks man. This is the EXACT kind of feedback that motivates me to. keep pushing! I have an amazing weekend of detailing ahead and I am really excited to share it with everyone next week. I love S5's!
I was beginning to wonder where my Canadian teacher friend had disappeared too. I liked how you shared the time invested into this project. Another great video to get me inspired. Thanks Rick!
Oliver Messer Thanks my friend. These videos are taking up more and more time to produce since I’m always trying to make them better. I’m glad it is appreciated by people such as yourself.
I have the Ethos Ceramic Wax on two of my cars and it goes on and comes off so easy. I am really happy with the outcome of the shine and hydrophobic properties. Those wheels came out amazing! Nothing better than clean wheels. Thanks for sharing the products you are using in your detail.
The Ceramic Wax seems to be really catching on. As it should. A satisfying and convenient option if a full coating is outside a person’s comfort zone or scope.
@@RADGarage I have a few cars that have ceramic wax on them. been over 8 months and it is still protected. Keep the wax up with ceramic shampoo and ceramic refresh. It is great stuff.
We have been spoiled by your vids. This one does not dissapoint me. On the contrary it is all I wanted and a new brand of products adds to the mixture. Good luck with the puppy. If you give a lot of love they will give it back tenfold.
Codriver72 He’s a lovely little guy. Has his mischievous moments, but that isn’t at all surprising. This project ticked all the boxes. I really like the outcome and the association with Tim who has inspired me to make quality video content.
Yes, the Allroad is back! Nice doggo too Rick. We have a long hair German Shepherd that we haul in our wagon and things get messy quick. You want to talk inspiration, over the past couple of months I have been trying to up my detailing skills thanks to your videos. Keep them coming Rick!
That is so awesome to hear. I'm glad I can inspire others to enjoy detailing. It is a great escape from life's stresses. Unless, your garage door opener stops working in the middle of a job and you fly into a fit of rage!! (True story, but I fixed it!)
I love this one the most. When my neighbour brought it home from the dealer I just could stop looking at it. I see they are launching an A6 version here in Canada. That looks even better and has a bit more power. 🤕🥊
Another great video Rick...really enjoyed the music. You have such great taste in music. I think the inside (those carpets...Wow!) and wheels came out exceptionally well. I really enjoyed this. (Mike in Ohio)
Nice Job on the Audi as always Rick looks spectacular under your Garage lighting, those labels look very good on these ethos bottles i love the matte effect.
Hi Rick, loving your videos and style. I’m a weekend warrior myself and love Keeping my cars pristine, like yourself. I really liked how you posted the time invested in each task, great idea, it’s a good way to measure the time needed to do a job right and critique myself. I’ve acquired quite few items from Obsessed Garage including the Kranzle pressure washing wall system. Love that thing ! I had another order ready in my cart and noticed you are an Obsessed affiliate, so switched the order over to your account. I’m glad to help you out and support you my friend! Keep up the good work.
That’s so great of you Mike. I have been eyeing up a new pressure washer but the Kranzle is so expensive when I factor in the currency exchange and shipping. Might be springing for a Comet but our darn furnace fan motor blew up on us so my monthly garage allowance has blown up too! Your support helps a lot!
Awesome video as always Rick. I like the check ins and director commentary. One thing I've recently done is wrapped the end of my air nozzle in a little electrical take to prevent my carelessness from wrecking my piano black trim! Keep it up buddy and enjoy the pup!
I had no idea of the Ethos backround, I seen it for the first time in an ad on facebook....stupid me passed it as another facebook hype company and never looked into it. Thanks for the video! It's been a long 3 weeks without seeing an Audi get washed!!
Your vids are awesome! I wish I lived in Canada . . . I'd have you detail my car any day. You do such a thorough job, paying attention to detail like I've never seen before. Great work . . . I'm impressed! And the production of your videos are professional that pulls your audience into the whole detailing experience. I'm not a professional detailer by any stretch -- just a regular guy -- but I love keeping my Audi clean all the time.
Thanks for the kind words. I'm just a regular guy like you, I just happen to have developed an obsession for keeping my car clean and then that morphed into the garage, the TH-cam and now I'm just a regular guy with a bit of a following. Which Audi do you have?
@@RADGarage I have a Q5 .... replaced a 2017 A4 Quattro a couple of weeks ago as I wanted something a little bigger and easier to get in / out because of a bad back. I had ceramic coating on my A4 but I wasn’t very happy with that after about a year and am considering getting Xpel PPF for the Q5 .... any thoughts on that. Thanks, Chris
I will probably have a quality PPF applied to the entire vehicle when I move on from my current SQ5. I am a huge fan of PPF. As long as it is maintained well because I have worked on a few cars that get tar or iron deposits in the film and they are left there to basically bond with the film. You have to be diligent about keeping your PPF clean and protected with some sort of sealant or coating. I hear you about the ease of entry/exit with an SUV. I drove the rental car Maxima for two weeks and the in and out was more than I was used to just sliding into my SQ5.
Well done! I just tackled my fabric seats in my mustang today because it was discolored from embedded dirt. Took some love but got to love a Bissell extractor. One thing I realize that I need to get is an air compressor because there's stubborn dirt in the cracks and creviced I just can't fully get cleared. Compressed seems to work wonder with that! Gives it that special showroom brand new feeling.
Your videos have educated me and inspired me to take pride in my car cleaning as well as enjoy their process from start to finish. I wish I could post my end results to share with you the knowledge you have taught me since I don’t have social media......another great video!!!
Another fantastic video Rick!! I’m glad to see someone enjoys the Ethos products as much as I do. I use all of their products on my bmw and I’m always happy with the results. Can’t wait to see you do more videos on their products! Take care!
Great video as usual. I do appreciate the small details in your videos such as the pop-ups showing the product being used and time spent on tires, interior, etc. I’m a details and process type person so like seeing that info.
Amazing as always my friend. The Audi looks great 👍 Those Ethos products look fantastic and very interesting; just wish we could get them here. Great to see you back.
Thank goodness that you’re back. I was having RAD withdrawals. I’ve done 2 Teslas with the Ceramic Wax Pro and it’s so easy on and off. The shine is unmatched. I’m waiting to see how long it holds up. I did the wife’s Mustang GT with Meg’s Ceramic Wax and am topping it with Bead Maker after maintenance washes and that combo is deadly for shine and slickness. Glad to see you back on here!
Yes, it was so easy on and off. I had to remove my glove though because the applicator kept slipping out of my hand. He shot me a pic when he was gassing it up and the shine coming off the Allroad was amazing. I'm currently sitting on my driveway watching my kid shoot hoops waiting for him to come home so I can see it in the evening sun. I've never used Bead Maker. I will at some point I am sure.
Hi Rick ! So good to see you around ! Wow this allroad needed a thorough interior and exterior care from you ! I hope situation is getting better at your place. Here we are now allowed to drive 70 miles around from home. Hence we were able to visit family respecting barrier gestures of course. Wish we could soon get a vaccination... Still a little stressful to go into crowded places but yeah life must go on. Take care, talk to you soon. Gregg
Rick, Great video as always. I noticed your shirt, have you been to the Tail of the Dragon? If yes and you plan to come back again, please let me know. We can run the Tail, the Cherohala Skyway, do some site seeing and eat some good food.
YES! I was there exactly a year ago as part of Crown Rally out of Chicago. It was unreal. An experience I won’t ever forget. I really hope to get down there again. That was the most beautiful place and I have been fortunate to meet a few people that live down that way. Maybe our paths will cross in the future. Check out my “Rick Goes Rallyiing” video series from last summer.
Another good one Rick. Always enjoy your videos. Just did a full interior detail on my weekend toy yesterday. It's only a 2 seater hatchback (370z) so it's not as bad as doing my Pathfinder! I broke out all the toys, my steamer, my "George" numatic vacuum/wet extractor (love that thing!) and took about 6 hours to completely deep clean and protect the entire inside. Scrubbed down every surface, fabric, carpets, mats, glass, even steamed many different surfaces inside for an "extra" clean, as well as steaming out the door jambs. Finished up with Gtechniq Smart Fabric on all the carpets, mats, and fabric's inside. First time i've used that particular fabric protectant so i'm curious to see how it holds up. Finished off everything with Angelwax Enigma Interno ceramic infused interior coating. That stuff worked incredibly well and can be used on every interior surface including fabrics which I was surprised. I didn't do the fabrics with it this time but was intrigued that you could coat the fabrics with the same product you use on hard surfaces. I'm going to test it on a fabric next time. Did not change the matte appearance of all the surfaces whatsoever but supposedly coats in some Si02 protection. It's a great choice for interior protection due to it being so versatile and you don't need 3 or 4 different products for the interior. It is a little pricey but not bad. Angelwax is quickly becomming one of my favorite company's behind American Detailer Garage and their "F Bomb", "Fuzion", and "Wipeout". Those three products are incredible! I know your an Adams fan, but if you ever have a chance to try American Detailer Garage stuff (especially the aforementioned three), I HIGHLY recommend it. If you can't get them up there in Canada, i'll send you some samples of each from my own products for you to try. I've quickly converted to doing mostly rinseless washes now after I get my vehicles up to par after a full decon, clay, polish, sealant, etc. Using FUZION or WIPEOUT for rinseless, one word........incredible! I know you mentioned that you do rinseless washes up there as well due to the harsh winters and extended cold you get. You would absolutely love Fuzion and Wipeout. Fuzion is a FOAMING rinseless! I know, it sounds crazy, works like no other! You can actually use Fuzion in a foam cannon or even as a regular wash for two bucket method, window cleaning, and more. Super versatile product. Wipeout is a more traditional rinseless but great on windows and interiors too! One product to do it all on maintenance washes which is great. "F Bomb" fills in where the other two don't work such as a strong degreaser, APC, wheel cleaning product, etc. I actually saw a detailer who mixes 3 parts "F Bomb" and two parts "Wipeout" and used it on mats, plastics, etc. Foams up great and left a dark matte finish Like I said, those three products are just so darned impressive. Hope your staying safe up there in good ole' Canada aye. Until your next one buddy.
I'll keep my eye out for the American Detailer Garage stuff. But, to be honest, if Carzilla doesn't carry it, I probably won't lay hands on it. We are doing well here in Canada despite the fact Mother Nature wants us all dead.
Hey Rick. Great to see a video from you. New products! That's exciting but also a bummer for me because I just bought products yesterday, lol. Well, I'll just write them down in my car care/detailing book for next time. The car looks awesome! P.S. I always enjoy your music. I'm going to be making a RickRad Playlist on my Spotify. 😊
And here I am, with my Michelin All purpose cleaning spray. Funny how I used to imagine my future house with home-cinema dedicated room, big office ... and now I'm just thinking : Garage. A big, clean, tidy garage with tons of towels and cleaning products.
My dream had always been to have a finished garage. My other big dream was a developed basement entertainment space. That'll be my next big mission! Let's upgrade your Michelin APC!
@@RADGarage .... Looks like a rootbeer-ish color. Is that correct? Im still watching your video as I watch it in its entirety. One of the few TH-camrs who's videos I do not skip through
Nice video. Always look forward to all the detail you put into detailing. Just like Ethos, you've inspired me to detail my own car and others. I'll take a wild guess that unknown bottle is either a ceramic spray or ceramic boost. Either way. Gotta be a ceramic product.
Yes, this project was special. Combining this awesome Allroad belonging to a friend with the Ethos products developed by someone I have long admired, was just awesome.
@@IJones Thanks. This one was from quite a while ago. I think my filming and detailing techniques have improved since then. Feel free to check my latest projects and let me know what you think.
Great job and video. Heart breaking to know in a few weeks it'll be back in a local car wash and all that hard work is gone:( Keep the videos coming! :)
Well, the options are just so limited here so I don't begrudge people for doing what they gotta do to keep their cars as clean as they can. This buddy knows I can bring it back to showroom condition when it needs it.
Great detail video once more Rick. Question the Detail sprays, do you recommend to use this product after a wash to clean out hard to reach spots or can this product also be use in between washes to maintain clean car? For some reason there is always dust on a New clean car the next day in Montreal . PS your opinion on the Ethos vs your equivalent Adams product?
Can’t compare between the brands till I get more usage. Definitely comparable though. Some people are dead set against using a detail spray between washes but I do. As long as you use light pressure, a quality towel you’ll be fine. The alternative of driving a dusty vehicle just doesn’t sit well with me.
Another impressive video Rick! I have the interior detailing brush from Adams but where did you get the exterior detailing brush? Is it also Adams? I think hockey is starting soon!! I'm a SENS fan so looking forward to the draft.
Will That exterior detailing brush is part of a 2-brush set I picked up off the Griot’s Garage website many year’s ago. My favourite. Hockey will be like a gift from God to me at this point!
Our puppy is a Cockapoo. He loves the garage but he just can't chill. He's bouncing all over the place and getting into everything he can get his nose into. Hopefully, as he matures he will be able to be my garage buddy. New video drops tomorrow night. Hopefully you can join the viewing party for the premiere.
Hi Rick, I've been binge-watching your channel and wanted to ask you, what made you switch from Griot's to Adam's and then Ethos? Is there really a noticeable difference in results from one to the other? Also, it seems like the line of products for any of these companies are interminable, can an amateur such as me really take advantage of all of them realistically? I see for example some of the Ethos products like the "Graphene Matrix Coating"... are those products geared towards professionals? Because they sound complicated.
The relationships I make in this hobby is what ends up switching my focus from brand to brand. I have been very fortunate to have forged many friendships with different people at different companies, all of them top notch and reputable companies. Currently, Ethos is killing it with new products and I have come to know the genius behind the brand so I have really enjoyed adding a lot of their line up to my arsenal. I think you could very well apply your own Ethos graphene coating to your car. There is a professional grade, but the Matrix is for guys like you and me! I say go for it!
Stephen Boyd Great question. I used it recently on my Spring Detail project but that really about it. If I’m doing a car for someone else and it requires the wheels to come off, it’s handy to have it. Other than that, wheels changed on my own car and cars of friends. No oil changes as I have the Audi Care!
I am biased a bit since I have such a high level of respect and admiration for the work Tim Coats does. That said, I am really enjoying the line. I have 7 or 8 products and I like them all. I am very impressed with DEFY. I just love it as a final spray. I have another package of their stuff en route but it has been a sloooow go. Left Vancouver according to USPS on July 7th and still hasn't made it here. I am curious how the graphene coating will go on and handle all this crazy Canadian weather will be throwing at it.
RΔD GΔRΔGE I’ve been waiting on their wheel cleaner to re-stock. I think you’re the first I’ve seen use it so I’m gonna grabe me a few bottles once it comes in. So far every product in their line I’ve used has been a great performer. Now a question....have you figured out the differences and best applications for their variety of sprays like Defy vs surface coat vs ceramic refresh etc...it’s not evident to me maybe you know
Yes, there certainly is a learning curve with regards to the products. And, they are releasing new products often which can be challenging to keep up with. I've been so busy with projects lately, I haven't really had the time I need to sit down and figure it all out. I'm also pretty fortunate that I have the company founder on speed dial so if I have a question, I can just reach out to him. I think they are ending Surface Coat and replacing it with a different product. (I could be wrong)
Definitely on par. Did you see how thick it was in the footage? It had great thickness and cling was strong. I wish the Allroad was a bit dirtier to see its true capabilities. My own car is a mess right now so I’ll give it a go.
I was impressed with the Foam Party, but having only used it once it is difficult for me to compare. I have used Mega so much that I have grown quite attached to it, but the thickness and cling of the Foam Party is very real. I can't explain it but I loved the colour of it too. I think you would be happy with either.
Rick,,,I saw the Mitt was from CarPro on another vid...I hate to keep asking them newb questions but which wheel barrel brush were you using here? Is it the go ez?
Frankie Kenneth I think they are very similar if not the same but this one is labeled as a Daytona Speedmaster Pro and it is hard to come by. I don’t know what I’ll do when this one packs her in. I’ll probably quit detailing.
I have a question. Of a product of the brand 3D all purpose Cleaner .. Is it a good apc .. Which you advise me for cleaning all purpose. As apc .. Thank you
I have no first hand experience with the 3D APC, but I know they are a solid chemical company. I have never found one specific APC head and shoulders above the rest. I'm sure you'll be fine if that's what you got.
I was one of the first people to ever try D3fy and I have been loving and appreciating its performance ever since. I have a big project planned involving the team from Ethos. I'm really looking forward to it.
Yes Ethos has great products which not only perform but have nice looking colors and scent. Thanks for your video and making justice to his products. Just to let you know, when purchasing if you use FABFAMILY as code you have a 10% discount. Nice and beautiful puppy and hope your family enjoys it a lot.🐶👪 Xoxo from Puerto Rico 👍🇵🇷
@@RADGarage Yes sir, at the moment of checkout there is a box for discount code and write FABFAMILY. We were at a livestream with Brian FAB Automotive Detailing and the people from Ethos Car Care released that information for people to use for the purchase. Once again, love your gorgeous garage!
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Yes, I can imagine imported products would be hard to find and expensive in Brazil. I bet there are products made there that would rival many of the major brands. Thanks for watching. All the best.
All tracks in this video are courtesy of my friend Silencyde. I posted links to his various platforms and streams at the bottom of the description. He rocks. 🤘
There were definitely some smiles along the way. I put a video series together documenting the experience if you are at all interested: th-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzhG3-V4l1mQadws1ufQ8U3w.html
Yeah, I have to balance the background noise because a few pieces of my video equipment is motorized and it does create some sound when in use so I can't always share every sound. But, I take your suggestion positively. Thanks for watching.
RAD GARAGE first, please don’t take offense. You do incredible work. My point is to add the product name in your description for clarity. For instance, addressing interior with Ethos fill in the blank. Let’s be honest people will use your links to skip around video for quick tips. Again, just a suggestion bud, not trying to troll or damage your video. My apologies. Keep up the good work. Honestly, my curiosity was peaked when you were cleaning the radio head unit. The spray didn’t appear like the ethos interior detail substance.
Absolutely no offense taken. I have done titles during many of my videos. I was a bit lazy on this one. I'd have to go back to see if I used the Ethos Interior Cleaner or perhaps grabbed the Interior Cleaning Gel by Adam's which I also like to use. Keep the suggestions coming and thanks for taking such an interest in my project.
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Interior disaster... pet hair everywhere
Nice video, did you try out Griots ceramic wax?
I have only used this ceramic wax and the one by Adam's. Cockapoos don't shed too much so I think I'll be fine!
Criminally underrated channel. You inspire me to push my detailing further. Also a fellow Audi fan and owner of two!
H4Hamburger Thanks for the awesome comment. I think you are right. The videos I put together should be getting more views but TH-cam hasn’t been great in that regard over the past few months. Regardless, I detail for the love of it and the videos are just for fun. Do you currently drive an Audi?
@@RADGarage Yes sir, I drive a B8.5 S5 Coupe. I've always been into detailing but your content has made me strive to be more meticulous and passionate about the little things. I've learned so many small details that have improved my detailing immensely from you.
I try to share your content! TH-cam recommended you to me, so I'm glad they reached me. Just keep grinding! I also watch a few guys you look up to, and I must say that your editing and ability to detail is actually at a higher level. This is what puzzles me about your channel.
Thanks for your content and keep being excellent!
Thanks man. This is the EXACT kind of feedback that motivates me to. keep pushing! I have an amazing weekend of detailing ahead and I am really excited to share it with everyone next week. I love S5's!
I was beginning to wonder where my Canadian teacher friend had disappeared too. I liked how you shared the time invested into this project. Another great video to get me inspired. Thanks Rick!
No need to be concerned, just trying to cater to the new puppy’s every need. Real and imagined.
I waited and as always I was not disappointed.
Absolutely great
Oliver Messer Thanks my friend. These videos are taking up more and more time to produce since I’m always trying to make them better. I’m glad it is appreciated by people such as yourself.
RAD GARAGE Take your time, I'm waiting for the next one
I have the Ethos Ceramic Wax on two of my cars and it goes on and comes off so easy. I am really happy with the outcome of the shine and hydrophobic properties. Those wheels came out amazing! Nothing better than clean wheels. Thanks for sharing the products you are using in your detail.
The Ceramic Wax seems to be really catching on. As it should. A satisfying and convenient option if a full coating is outside a person’s comfort zone or scope.
i have been a big fan and supporter of ethos since day 1. it is great stuff and TIM is the man
It came across my radar a few months ago and I was excited to give them a go. I loved them.
@@RADGarage I have a few cars that have ceramic wax on them. been over 8 months and it is still protected. Keep the wax up with ceramic shampoo and ceramic refresh. It is great stuff.
We have been spoiled by your vids. This one does not dissapoint me. On the contrary it is all I wanted and a new brand of products adds to the mixture. Good luck with the puppy. If you give a lot of love they will give it back tenfold.
Codriver72 He’s a lovely little guy. Has his mischievous moments, but that isn’t at all surprising. This project ticked all the boxes. I really like the outcome and the association with Tim who has inspired me to make quality video content.
Wow the car came out looking GREAT!!! Nice job Rick! So Happy to have a RAD Garage video to watch on a Sunday!
I put way too much work into this one. Trying to make Rag Company’s Top 5 list for next round!
A pleasure to watch, as per usual. I will be keeping an eye out for Tim and his Ethos brand, props to you for helping him build his brand!
It's so great getting a chance to support someone who truly inspired me to up my video game!
I'm like 75 min away from Ethos in CA. 👍🏻
Yes, the Allroad is back! Nice doggo too Rick. We have a long hair German Shepherd that we haul in our wagon and things get messy quick.
You want to talk inspiration, over the past couple of months I have been trying to up my detailing skills thanks to your videos. Keep them coming Rick!
That is so awesome to hear. I'm glad I can inspire others to enjoy detailing. It is a great escape from life's stresses. Unless, your garage door opener stops working in the middle of a job and you fly into a fit of rage!! (True story, but I fixed it!)
Just randomly watched this one....Allroad is in my top 4 list of four rings.
I love this one the most. When my neighbour brought it home from the dealer I just could stop looking at it. I see they are launching an A6 version here in Canada. That looks even better and has a bit more power. 🤕🥊
Another great video Rick...really enjoyed the music. You have such great taste in music. I think the inside (those carpets...Wow!) and wheels came out exceptionally well. I really enjoyed this. (Mike in Ohio)
Thanks Mike. The way this car “rebounds” is a testament to the quality of materials used in Audi cars. But, I’ll take some of the credit.
Ah, a RAD Garage fan and an Ohioan. Stark County here!
FPSWick RAD Garage bringing Ohioians (?) together!
Nice Job on the Audi as always Rick looks spectacular under your Garage lighting, those labels look very good on these ethos bottles i love the matte effect.
Some of the best packaging out there!
Hi Rick, loving your videos and style. I’m a weekend warrior myself and love Keeping my cars pristine, like yourself. I really liked how you posted the time invested in each task, great idea, it’s a good way to measure the time needed to do a job right and critique myself. I’ve acquired quite few items from Obsessed Garage including the Kranzle pressure washing wall system. Love that thing ! I had another order ready in my cart and noticed you are an Obsessed affiliate, so switched the order over to your account. I’m glad to help you out and support you my friend! Keep up the good work.
That’s so great of you Mike. I have been eyeing up a new pressure washer but the Kranzle is so expensive when I factor in the currency exchange and shipping. Might be springing for a Comet but our darn furnace fan motor blew up on us so my monthly garage allowance has blown up too! Your support helps a lot!
Awesome video as always Rick. I like the check ins and director commentary. One thing I've recently done is wrapped the end of my air nozzle in a little electrical take to prevent my carelessness from wrecking my piano black trim! Keep it up buddy and enjoy the pup!
Solid tip. I do that with my sockets.
I had no idea of the Ethos backround, I seen it for the first time in an ad on facebook....stupid me passed it as another facebook hype company and never looked into it. Thanks for the video! It's been a long 3 weeks without seeing an Audi get washed!!
The ethos behind Ethos is legit!
Another great video! Keep up the great work in all that you do for yourself and your client base!
Thanks Dan!
Your vids are awesome! I wish I lived in Canada . . . I'd have you detail my car any day. You do such a thorough job, paying attention to detail like I've never seen before. Great work . . . I'm impressed! And the production of your videos are professional that pulls your audience into the whole detailing experience. I'm not a professional detailer by any stretch -- just a regular guy -- but I love keeping my Audi clean all the time.
Thanks for the kind words. I'm just a regular guy like you, I just happen to have developed an obsession for keeping my car clean and then that morphed into the garage, the TH-cam and now I'm just a regular guy with a bit of a following. Which Audi do you have?
@@RADGarage I have a Q5 .... replaced a 2017 A4 Quattro a couple of weeks ago as I wanted something a little bigger and easier to get in / out because of a bad back. I had ceramic coating on my A4 but I wasn’t very happy with that after about a year and am considering getting Xpel PPF for the Q5 .... any thoughts on that. Thanks, Chris
I will probably have a quality PPF applied to the entire vehicle when I move on from my current SQ5. I am a huge fan of PPF. As long as it is maintained well because I have worked on a few cars that get tar or iron deposits in the film and they are left there to basically bond with the film. You have to be diligent about keeping your PPF clean and protected with some sort of sealant or coating. I hear you about the ease of entry/exit with an SUV. I drove the rental car Maxima for two weeks and the in and out was more than I was used to just sliding into my SQ5.
@@RADGarage thanks for the tip on PPF. Just subscribed to your awesome channel.
I appreciate the support!
Well done! I just tackled my fabric seats in my mustang today because it was discolored from embedded dirt. Took some love but got to love a Bissell extractor. One thing I realize that I need to get is an air compressor because there's stubborn dirt in the cracks and creviced I just can't fully get cleared. Compressed seems to work wonder with that! Gives it that special showroom brand new feeling.
The air compressor adds a great dimension to the process. I highly recommend. Thanks for watching Scott.
Great work Rick!👍. Looks like the new Ethos product is a winner.
They definitely don’t disappoint. The line is really expanding. Just need Carzilla to pick it up.
Your videos have educated me and inspired me to take pride in my car cleaning as well as enjoy their process from start to finish. I wish I could post my end results to share with you the knowledge you have taught me since I don’t have social media......another great video!!!
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Received. That Civic looks amazing.
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That's a super comprehensive video description, Rick! I enjoyed the products Tim sent me last year as well.
NC Detail Garage Yeah, I upped my description game for sure. I’m jealous that Tim likes you more than me.
Another fantastic video Rick!! I’m glad to see someone enjoys the Ethos products as much as I do. I use all of their products on my bmw and I’m always happy with the results. Can’t wait to see you do more videos on their products! Take care!
Yeah, they are awesome. I'm really hoping he can work out a Canadian distribution so I can get them easier and quicker.
Great video as usual. I do appreciate the small details in your videos such as the pop-ups showing the product being used and time spent on tires, interior, etc. I’m a details and process type person so like seeing that info.
Thanks for saying that Ryan. I like dropping that stuff in there, but I don't want to ruin the look and feel of the vibes!
Amazing as always my friend. The Audi looks great 👍 Those Ethos products look fantastic and very interesting; just wish we could get them here.
Great to see you back.
Clint L Thanks Clint. I’m gearing up for some good stuff this summer! The Ethos line up seems pretty solid.
Thank goodness that you’re back. I was having RAD withdrawals. I’ve done 2 Teslas with the Ceramic Wax Pro and it’s so easy on and off. The shine is unmatched. I’m waiting to see how long it holds up. I did the wife’s Mustang GT with Meg’s Ceramic Wax and am topping it with Bead Maker after maintenance washes and that combo is deadly for shine and slickness. Glad to see you back on here!
Yes, it was so easy on and off. I had to remove my glove though because the applicator kept slipping out of my hand. He shot me a pic when he was gassing it up and the shine coming off the Allroad was amazing. I'm currently sitting on my driveway watching my kid shoot hoops waiting for him to come home so I can see it in the evening sun. I've never used Bead Maker. I will at some point I am sure.
Hi Rick !
So good to see you around !
Wow this allroad needed a thorough interior and exterior care from you !
I hope situation is getting better at your place.
Here we are now allowed to drive 70 miles around from home.
Hence we were able to visit family respecting barrier gestures of course.
Wish we could soon get a vaccination...
Still a little stressful to go into crowded places but yeah life must go on.
Take care, talk to you soon.
Gregg
Things are definitely looking up here. But, still a little bit stressful for sure. You take care of yourself.
Rick, Great video as always. I noticed your shirt, have you been to the Tail of the Dragon? If yes and you plan to come back again, please let me know. We can run the Tail, the Cherohala Skyway, do some site seeing and eat some good food.
YES! I was there exactly a year ago as part of Crown Rally out of Chicago. It was unreal. An experience I won’t ever forget. I really hope to get down there again. That was the most beautiful place and I have been fortunate to meet a few people that live down that way. Maybe our paths will cross in the future. Check out my “Rick Goes Rallyiing” video series from last summer.
@@RADGarage - I will check out your video series. Let me know if you come back this way again !
Brilliant as always Rick 👍🏻
Thanks. It was a fun project.
Oh come on man, you’re killing me. I’ve just bought most all of the Adams Products and now Ethos? Ok, I’ll start buying it LOL
Haha. Peer pressure is real! Remember to always pace yourself.or you’ll be doing a big cabinet purge/giveaway like I did a few months ago!
Another good one Rick. Always enjoy your videos. Just did a full interior detail on my weekend toy yesterday. It's only a 2 seater hatchback (370z) so it's not as bad as doing my Pathfinder! I broke out all the toys, my steamer, my "George" numatic vacuum/wet extractor (love that thing!) and took about 6 hours to completely deep clean and protect the entire inside. Scrubbed down every surface, fabric, carpets, mats, glass, even steamed many different surfaces inside for an "extra" clean, as well as steaming out the door jambs. Finished up with Gtechniq Smart Fabric on all the carpets, mats, and fabric's inside. First time i've used that particular fabric protectant so i'm curious to see how it holds up. Finished off everything with Angelwax Enigma Interno ceramic infused interior coating. That stuff worked incredibly well and can be used on every interior surface including fabrics which I was surprised. I didn't do the fabrics with it this time but was intrigued that you could coat the fabrics with the same product you use on hard surfaces. I'm going to test it on a fabric next time. Did not change the matte appearance of all the surfaces whatsoever but supposedly coats in some Si02 protection. It's a great choice for interior protection due to it being so versatile and you don't need 3 or 4 different products for the interior. It is a little pricey but not bad. Angelwax is quickly becomming one of my favorite company's behind American Detailer Garage and their "F Bomb", "Fuzion", and "Wipeout". Those three products are incredible! I know your an Adams fan, but if you ever have a chance to try American Detailer Garage stuff (especially the aforementioned three), I HIGHLY recommend it. If you can't get them up there in Canada, i'll send you some samples of each from my own products for you to try. I've quickly converted to doing mostly rinseless washes now after I get my vehicles up to par after a full decon, clay, polish, sealant, etc. Using FUZION or WIPEOUT for rinseless, one word........incredible! I know you mentioned that you do rinseless washes up there as well due to the harsh winters and extended cold you get. You would absolutely love Fuzion and Wipeout. Fuzion is a FOAMING rinseless! I know, it sounds crazy, works like no other! You can actually use Fuzion in a foam cannon or even as a regular wash for two bucket method, window cleaning, and more. Super versatile product. Wipeout is a more traditional rinseless but great on windows and interiors too! One product to do it all on maintenance washes which is great. "F Bomb" fills in where the other two don't work such as a strong degreaser, APC, wheel cleaning product, etc. I actually saw a detailer who mixes 3 parts "F Bomb" and two parts "Wipeout" and used it on mats, plastics, etc. Foams up great and left a dark matte finish Like I said, those three products are just so darned impressive. Hope your staying safe up there in good ole' Canada aye. Until your next one buddy.
I'll keep my eye out for the American Detailer Garage stuff. But, to be honest, if Carzilla doesn't carry it, I probably won't lay hands on it. We are doing well here in Canada despite the fact Mother Nature wants us all dead.
Hey Rick. Great to see a video from you. New products! That's exciting but also a bummer for me because I just bought products yesterday, lol. Well, I'll just write them down in my car care/detailing book for next time. The car looks awesome! P.S. I always enjoy your music. I'm going to be making a RickRad Playlist on my Spotify. 😊
That's great. I find music an important element of a RAD video. I am including more "silence" and background noise though.
@@RADGarage yes I noticed the background noise in today's video. I thought, oh that's a little different.
Great work as usual Rick! Hope you have a great weekend!
Thanks, we are having a great weekend here! I hope you are too.
And here I am, with my Michelin All purpose cleaning spray.
Funny how I used to imagine my future house with home-cinema dedicated room, big office ... and now I'm just thinking : Garage. A big, clean, tidy garage with tons of towels and cleaning products.
My dream had always been to have a finished garage. My other big dream was a developed basement entertainment space. That'll be my next big mission! Let's upgrade your Michelin APC!
@@RADGarage I might upgrade the cleaning products, but not for the car. I just bought my first motorcycle. This badboy needs frequent proper cleaning.
Keeping a motorcycle clean will be a constant chore. I have faith in you.
Perfect timing as I have Ethos foam party on the way to me and am excited to try it out!! Great video as always my friend!! 👌
You'll love it. Such a cool colour of liquid too!
@@RADGarage .... Looks like a rootbeer-ish color. Is that correct? Im still watching your video as I watch it in its entirety. One of the few TH-camrs who's videos I do not skip through
Mr Sparkle Yes, like a delicious mug of root beer!
Excellent detail!
Thanks Alex.
As always my friend, looks amazing buddy!👍
Thanks 👍
Fabulous job,awesome attention to detail.
Thank you very much!
Beautiful video .. At the end of the return .. I appreciate your work .. I started in detaling in France .. And thank you for sharing
ahcene abbas My pleasure to share with those that appreciate the art and science of detailing.
Gorgeous work !
Thanks. If you liked this one, I strongly encourage you to check out my more recent stuff. I’ve been trying some new filming and editing techniques.
@@RADGarage I will ! Thank you so much
Nice video. Always look forward to all the detail you put into detailing. Just like Ethos, you've inspired me to detail my own car and others. I'll take a wild guess that unknown bottle is either a ceramic spray or ceramic boost. Either way. Gotta be a ceramic product.
I think you are on the right track!
Great work ,i miss you vídeos and your great tast for music.Men i love state wagons . My car is a state wagon Ford focus mk1 . 🇵🇹
Yes, I like wagons too. Except the Subaru Outback, that is not my cup of tea!
Fantastic Video.
Glad you enjoyed it
Hi Rick !
I have to try these products......
Good video Rick!!
All the best!!
👍💪👍
You should definitely give them a shot. I was very satisfied with their effectiveness.
RAD GARAGE
Ok Rick !!
I’ll do that!!
Great job rad.Thats one of my favorits cars.Stay Safe Stay Healthy
Yes, this project was special. Combining this awesome Allroad belonging to a friend with the Ethos products developed by someone I have long admired, was just awesome.
Excellent! Great project and video! Been too unwell to do mine recently. Thanks.
Sorry to hear that buddy. I hope you are on the mend.
Love the videos........Diy detailer/enthusiast.........from Winnipeg......stay RAD........
Awesome. I'm glad you stopped by. There's a lot of us Canadian detailing enthusiasts out there.
Great video!!!
@@IJones Thanks. This one was from quite a while ago. I think my filming and detailing techniques have improved since then. Feel free to check my latest projects and let me know what you think.
Why not do the foaming and wash out in your driveway when the weather is good?
I love my privacy and peace and quiet. Sealing the driveway was ruined by barking dogs and screaming kids! 😱 🐕
RAD GARAGE I never even thought of that. This is why you make these great videos and I watch them.
Great job and video. Heart breaking to know in a few weeks it'll be back in a local car wash and all that hard work is gone:( Keep the videos coming! :)
Well, the options are just so limited here so I don't begrudge people for doing what they gotta do to keep their cars as clean as they can. This buddy knows I can bring it back to showroom condition when it needs it.
Great detail video once more Rick. Question the Detail sprays, do you recommend to use this product after a wash to clean out hard to reach spots or can this product also be use in between washes to maintain clean car? For some reason there is always dust on a New clean car the next day in Montreal . PS your opinion on the Ethos vs your equivalent Adams product?
Can’t compare between the brands till I get more usage. Definitely comparable though. Some people are dead set against using a detail spray between washes but I do. As long as you use light pressure, a quality towel you’ll be fine. The alternative of driving a dusty vehicle just doesn’t sit well with me.
Fantastic as always!. How do you get the interior panning shots so smooth?
Nadine, if I reveal my filming secrets the other detailer/videographers will steal them!
Great detail video. Looking into ethos now:)
You should!
Super funny to watch since I own an identical allroad... I should clean mine too... :D
It's a handsome machine!
Great job Rick, any plans for you to be the Ethos distributor in Canada?
Nelrock 1 No. But, I’m hoping Carzilla and Ethos will have a chat at some point.
Another impressive video Rick! I have the interior detailing brush from Adams but where did you get the exterior detailing brush? Is it also Adams? I think hockey is starting soon!! I'm a SENS fan so looking forward to the draft.
Will That exterior detailing brush is part of a 2-brush set I picked up off the Griot’s Garage website many year’s ago. My favourite. Hockey will be like a gift from God to me at this point!
My pup keeps me company during my car washes! What’s ur pups breed? Love ur vids!
Our puppy is a Cockapoo. He loves the garage but he just can't chill. He's bouncing all over the place and getting into everything he can get his nose into. Hopefully, as he matures he will be able to be my garage buddy. New video drops tomorrow night. Hopefully you can join the viewing party for the premiere.
Hi Rick, I've been binge-watching your channel and wanted to ask you, what made you switch from Griot's to Adam's and then Ethos? Is there really a noticeable difference in results from one to the other?
Also, it seems like the line of products for any of these companies are interminable, can an amateur such as me really take advantage of all of them realistically? I see for example some of the Ethos products like the "Graphene Matrix Coating"... are those products geared towards professionals? Because they sound complicated.
The relationships I make in this hobby is what ends up switching my focus from brand to brand. I have been very fortunate to have forged many friendships with different people at different companies, all of them top notch and reputable companies. Currently, Ethos is killing it with new products and I have come to know the genius behind the brand so I have really enjoyed adding a lot of their line up to my arsenal. I think you could very well apply your own Ethos graphene coating to your car. There is a professional grade, but the Matrix is for guys like you and me! I say go for it!
Do you use your Quick jack often for detailing...or is it a pain in the butt because it’s heavy an just use it for oil changes an tire changes?
Stephen Boyd Great question. I used it recently on my Spring Detail project but that really about it. If I’m doing a car for someone else and it requires the wheels to come off, it’s handy to have it. Other than that, wheels changed on my own car and cars of friends. No oil changes as I have the Audi Care!
Thanks RAD!
How are you liking the ethos line thus far Rick? I’ve ordered their Defy and GrapheNe,,,I also love their interior Detailer.
I am biased a bit since I have such a high level of respect and admiration for the work Tim Coats does. That said, I am really enjoying the line. I have 7 or 8 products and I like them all. I am very impressed with DEFY. I just love it as a final spray. I have another package of their stuff en route but it has been a sloooow go. Left Vancouver according to USPS on July 7th and still hasn't made it here. I am curious how the graphene coating will go on and handle all this crazy Canadian weather will be throwing at it.
RΔD GΔRΔGE I’ve been waiting on their wheel cleaner to re-stock. I think you’re the first I’ve seen use it so I’m gonna grabe me a few bottles once it comes in. So far every product in their line I’ve used has been a great performer. Now a question....have you figured out the differences and best applications for their variety of sprays like Defy vs surface coat vs ceramic refresh etc...it’s not evident to me maybe you know
Yes, there certainly is a learning curve with regards to the products. And, they are releasing new products often which can be challenging to keep up with. I've been so busy with projects lately, I haven't really had the time I need to sit down and figure it all out. I'm also pretty fortunate that I have the company founder on speed dial so if I have a question, I can just reach out to him. I think they are ending Surface Coat and replacing it with a different product. (I could be wrong)
Hi from the UK Rick, great video as always. Do you snow foam the car while its dry or pre rinse first ?
MBP 1 I like foaming it dry. Make the foam earn its keep.
@@RADGarage Thanks Rick, I'll try it tomorrow
How is Ethos Foam, compared to Adam’s Mega Foam?
Definitely on par. Did you see how thick it was in the footage? It had great thickness and cling was strong. I wish the Allroad was a bit dirtier to see its true capabilities. My own car is a mess right now so I’ll give it a go.
Rick, How did you Ike the FoamParty compared to mega foam? Also, which is that wash mitt you’re using...seems to cover lots of real estate.
I was impressed with the Foam Party, but having only used it once it is difficult for me to compare. I have used Mega so much that I have grown quite attached to it, but the thickness and cling of the Foam Party is very real. I can't explain it but I loved the colour of it too. I think you would be happy with either.
Rick,,,I saw the Mitt was from CarPro on another vid...I hate to keep asking them newb questions but which wheel barrel brush were you using here? Is it the go ez?
Frankie Kenneth I think they are very similar if not the same but this one is labeled as a Daytona Speedmaster Pro and it is hard to come by. I don’t know what I’ll do when this one packs her in. I’ll probably quit detailing.
I have a question. Of a product of the brand 3D all purpose Cleaner .. Is it a good apc .. Which you advise me for cleaning all purpose. As apc .. Thank you
I have no first hand experience with the 3D APC, but I know they are a solid chemical company. I have never found one specific APC head and shoulders above the rest. I'm sure you'll be fine if that's what you got.
Coming back years later and seeing the blue liquid in the bottle has me thinking it has to be D3fy.
I was one of the first people to ever try D3fy and I have been loving and appreciating its performance ever since. I have a big project planned involving the team from Ethos. I'm really looking forward to it.
Yes Ethos has great products which not only perform but have nice looking colors and scent.
Thanks for your video and making justice to his products.
Just to let you know, when purchasing if you use FABFAMILY as code you have a 10% discount.
Nice and beautiful puppy and hope your family enjoys it a lot.🐶👪
Xoxo from Puerto Rico 👍🇵🇷
Thanks for the discount code. That's for use on the Ethos webstore?
@@RADGarage Yes sir, at the moment of checkout there is a box for discount code and write FABFAMILY. We were at a livestream with Brian FAB Automotive Detailing and the people from Ethos Car Care released that information for people to use for the purchase.
Once again, love your gorgeous garage!
Humberto Roche Garcia Thanks Humberto.
If I could afford an Audi, it would be an ALLROAD.
I would love one as well. I just wish they had an "S" variant with more power.
Parabéns o carro ficou fantástico
Os produtos automotivos importados aqui no Brazil é muito caro meguiars mothers enfim
Mas temos otimos produtos nacionais
Abraço Luciano Jau Brazil
Yes, I can imagine imported products would be hard to find and expensive in Brazil. I bet there are products made there that would rival many of the major brands. Thanks for watching. All the best.
Who is the artist on the track Give it all?
All tracks in this video are courtesy of my friend Silencyde. I posted links to his various platforms and streams at the bottom of the description. He rocks. 🤘
Rick, is that T shirt from Tail of the Dragon?
It is! Bought it at the gas station there.
@@RADGarage I had a blast there a couple of years ago, in my RS5. My son followed in his S3.
I was down there as a co-pilot in a buddy's R8 in Crown Rally 8. I still have the mental scars!
@@RADGarage and an indelible smile etched on your face!
There were definitely some smiles along the way. I put a video series together documenting the experience if you are at all interested: th-cam.com/play/PLBkcWYR7ZEzhG3-V4l1mQadws1ufQ8U3w.html
Does Tim knows about calcium deposits on rugs?
I'm not sure what you are asking.
Great video! I would only suggest reducing music volume 50% to be able to hear better the raw noises of the cleaning process, cheers!
Yeah, I have to balance the background noise because a few pieces of my video equipment is motorized and it does create some sound when in use so I can't always share every sound. But, I take your suggestion positively. Thanks for watching.
My only suggestion is to inform us the products you’re using each area.
JDCPA80 In addition to the links I dropped in the description?
RAD GARAGE first, please don’t take offense. You do incredible work. My point is to add the product name in your description for clarity. For instance, addressing interior with Ethos fill in the blank. Let’s be honest people will use your links to skip around video for quick tips. Again, just a suggestion bud, not trying to troll or damage your video. My apologies. Keep up the good work. Honestly, my curiosity was peaked when you were cleaning the radio head unit. The spray didn’t appear like the ethos interior detail substance.
RAD GARAGE also magic erasers work wonders for removing scratches in the interior dashes or door handles.
Absolutely no offense taken. I have done titles during many of my videos. I was a bit lazy on this one. I'd have to go back to see if I used the Ethos Interior Cleaner or perhaps grabbed the Interior Cleaning Gel by Adam's which I also like to use. Keep the suggestions coming and thanks for taking such an interest in my project.
@18:00. Even the soap is RAD in RAD GARAGE.
Give this man his prize !
Hey, shouldn't you be spray painting your trinkets instead of watching YT videos?
@@RADGarage no detail goes unnoticed. I may have a slight problem.
@@RADGarage no I should be finishing my driveway. But I'm getting too old for doing back to back 12hr days.
Shaun Gullacher Take a break dude. Grab a Kit Kat.
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Yousafe NET Informática That’s where I’m trying to get.
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That's what I'm shooting for!