2013 AUDI RS5 ETHOS GRAPHENE COATING | A Complete 18-hr Interior/Exterior Detail of Dave's RS5

[@DiiZeh_]

Outstanding work as always!🙌🏻 Your visuals are absolutely amazing. It’s extremely therapeutic💆🏻‍♂️

[@RADGarage]

Wow, thank you! It does mean a lot when people find my videos therapeutic. That's how this all began actually. I needed to detail to unwind from the stress of the job, and now I am able to share it with others.

[@deancostopoulos9218]

When you love what you do and others love what they see, you never work a day in your life 🙏🏻

[@RADGarage]

I do enjoy handing off a pristine car to an appreciative owner.

[@the_krystianpl6320]

Yeah

[@danielpaulpictures5179]

That’s detailing 😳…damn I love it

[@RADGarage]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@cleanasdirt6832]

The Audi rings in the wash bucket was just brilliant. As always, another great video.

[@RADGarage]

Yeah, I wish I remembered to do something like that in every video, but it is tricky to remember when you are in the throws of an intense project! Thanks for watching. I love it when people spend time with my older videos. They need love too!

[@tonyjoe5707]

I could go on about the vid quality, niiiice music, great detailing work. But sir, that's quality.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. I like what I do and I'm glad the video shows that.

[@tonyjoe5707]

@@RADGarage it certainly does. Also shows anyone who keeps his work surroundings as tidy etc as yours, that there's a pride in their work.

[@RADGarage]

@@tonyjoe5707 I remember my dad teaching me to always keep my workspace tidy as I work. He gave me a lot of advice in life, and still does, but this little nugget sticks with me the most.

[@jamesec1949]

There’s a cathartic feeling watching your videos. Nice! You and Pan are proof that no talking or a lot of talking can make enjoyable videos. Thx, Jim 👍

[@RADGarage]

Earlier on, I took a lot of flack in the comment section for the fact I didn't talk in my videos, but I think this style is becoming more common and people are coming around to it. I've always been interested in the visual aspect of the detailing process rather than the "how to" aspect. No offence to other channels, but I am glad I have stuck with my style.

[@Jousten16]

Marvellous work as always! Also the sound of that old RS5 V8 is just brutal and awesome.

[@RADGarage]

You drop that car into Sport mode and the custom Milltek exhuast takes your breath away!

[@JEDIwards]

The slow motion foam is seriously your calling card. Everyone else that does it absolutely got it from you. Quality as always my friend.

[@RADGarage]

Other people better NOT be doing that. Give me their names! ©™

This time u break my heart... this music, car... everythink! :( So beautiful.... like a movie.... cant stop watching.... hope one day I open my own business, but i cant find a garage. This video is so.......................beautiful. Thank You! :) And greetings from Poland.

[@RADGarage]

I'm so pleased to hear the video struck such a chord with you. I put a lot of effort into this one so it is really great to know you appreciated it so much. Take care.

@@RADGarage waiting for more. Thanks! :) See u soon!

[@Codriver72]

Once again I am blown away. I was trying to come up with a joke. But this is just too good. I ended up just relaxing and enjoying your fantastic work. That includes the detailing but your artistic filming and editing is fantastic. Thank you for taking us along for the ride.

[@RADGarage]

I'm glad it was something you enjoyed and found relaxing. For the most part, the process is fun and relaxing for me, but there's a few "outtakes" I should share where I lose my patience. I was becoming frustrated with the lack of performance of some of my polishes/compounds/pads but I don't like to share those moments! It would ruin the vibe! ☯️

[@timpirtle3906]

Lots to appreciate here....music, editing, production are all outstanding

[@RADGarage]

Thanks very much. I put a lot of work into these videos so it's always nice when that is recognized.

[@waynefromcanada]

Always a spectacular result. I have become aware that graphene coatings have become the new “thing” in automobile coatings. The chemical bond they produce lasts longer than ceramic with increased gloss and durability. Ease of application is also a plus with these finishes. Will be watching the long term to see where the industry goes. And once again, spectacular result.

[@RADGarage]

Yeah, it was hard not to get caught up in the excitement. Tim at Ethos has been super cool and supportive of me, my work, and my channel so it was a real pleasure to use the Matrix Coating. I will be applying it to my own car this Fall. I can't wait to see how it behaves with my Daytona Grey Pearl paint.

[@drivefortright9662]

Your passion shows as the reflection the car carries 👍

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. You have a way with words.

[@vengomel1]

One of my dream cars, amazing

[@RADGarage]

It's on my list of dream cars as well. Especially the V8 version.

[@ronayotte3571]

Watching your videos is so relaxing as well as educational.

[@RADGarage]

That's more than I even could expect. I do like to satisfy and if you happen to pick up a thing or two, that's just icing on the cake! Thanks for the kind words.

[@kev1665]

Some of the best detailing content on KZbin in my opinion.... Honestly never seen anyone clean a wheel and tyre like that befor could watch that for hours 😂 👍.... End result amazing... Superb choice of music 👌.... Another fantastic job

[@RADGarage]

Thanks for that. I'm glad my content is starting to get more exposure because I knew there were people out there that would appreciate my approach.

[@alainveenman6571]

Relaxing time has start 😎

[@RADGarage]

I am glad you enjoyed it and found it relaxing.

[@gufiaito69able]

The sound track on this is awesome, editing is great.

[@RADGarage]

Thank you very much! I really enjoy tracking down the songs that match the project's visuals. Always a fun chase for me. I'm glad you appreciated it.

[@ethoscarcare]

Incredible work as always, thanks for taking the time to showcase what you do best!

[@RADGarage]

I am looking forward to Matrix coating my SQ5 in a month or so when I get some time off work. Ethos team, keep nailing it and I am so excited that your products will soon have Canadian distribution.

[@alexanderbertolaso7516]

This video is extremely satisfying this time

[@RADGarage]

I'm happy to hear it! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@rip_hakaroblox]

Another class video Rick and the music on point as always

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. I'm starting to get the hang of it!

[@liionelbooon]

Such a satisfying video. Particularly loved the 12:15 mark where you were cleaning the glass and the reflection of your wheels and audi covers were visible. Just a nice coincidence!

[@RADGarage]

I love those unintended consequences. Oh sorry, I mean I totally meant for that to happen. 😉

[@kyled4156]

All I can say Rick is, what an incredible ability you have at making a car look amazing! You are truly gifted my friend, and I always look forward to your amazing work and videos!! Viewer for life!👍👍

[@RADGarage]

Wow man. That really means a lot to me for you to say that.

[@anvarrahmatullaev9620]

Sorry for my English. I’m from Kyrgyzstan. I saw many videos detailing and you know, you the best. Good work, good video quality. Good luck, bro! I wish all the best!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks so much. All the best to you and your country! 🇰🇬🇨🇦☮️

[@konstantin5501]

Eins der schönsten und beruhigendsten Videos von dir. Hat mir sehr gut gefallen 👍🏻👍🏻Grüße aus Deutschland ✌🏻

[@RADGarage]

It makes me happy that you found the video beautiful and calming.

[@thejimert]

Best autodetailing movies ❤️

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. I'm glad you like them.

[@fireball7671]

Nice job again Rick. Hope you can sneak in a few videos during your busy schedule. I really enjoy watching them. Hope things go well with being back at school teaching.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks very much. I will try my best, but my son's hockey season is about to kick off and that eats up a lot of my "garage time". I do have a big improvement planned for the garage so I'll be sure to share that through the channel. If that goes well, I should able to do more detailing during the winter months.

[@kingdramanyz]

that 2013 looks better than the majority of the 2020 out now

[@RADGarage]

Yes, the designers really hit the bullseye on this one. That retractable spoiler is the clincher for me! So cool.

[@milenstoimenov9532]

Ridiculous results! I never looked back after using Sonax 04-06, Cut max and Essence. Combined with Meg MF pads and 'regular' orange pads, you can make any combination possible for any paint. 1 stage, 2 stage, name it you have it. No dust, amazingly long work times. Add Mille with low profile wool pads and there is even time to experiment :). Thanks for the video mate.

[@RADGarage]

Great advice on the polishes and pads. I'm currently adding some new options to my arsenal.

[@Alexparty2008]

There's something about detailing Audi's. Awesome video as always.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks! 👍 I agree.

[@brianrossi4679]

Excellent video. I loved the four circle soap dispenser scene.

[@RADGarage]

I can never resist! Do you recall me doing anything similar in prior videos?

[@Kiwi-sg1yi]

Another incredible show and result on glorious machine in one of the best colors... did not realize Carpro had wheel covers, ....I actually ended up watching this again - can't explain whats going on here : )

[@RADGarage]

You are becoming mesmerized! I love those wheel covers.

[@anthonyperez5744]

I would love my G37 to treated to a spa like this. Excellent work.

[@RADGarage]

Bring her by!

[@2020Tundra]

Wow, that car looked amazing after you finished!! I completely agree; your videos are quite soothing and relaxing. Excellent camera work, too. Thanks for sharing!!

[@RADGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it! It's funny how my video style has caught on. I took a lot of flack for it in past years, but people are starting to pick up on my vibe!

[@WEDEL01]

Awesome results on a beautiful Audi!

[@RADGarage]

I think so too!

[@talesmedeirosdelima2929]

What a great job! That's a stunning RS5!

[@RADGarage]

It really is!

[@fdu6]

Exquisite work, as usual, Ricarrrrrdo.

[@RADGarage]

Haha. I have a buddy who calls me Ricardo.

[@jaaphoogendijk671]

Beautiful job on this RS5! I didn't know the RS5 hosted a V8 engine, but even if you hadn't filmed it, it was easily hearable at the end, nice to incorporate the sound. Good job on the new font and 'subtitles', I think they are extra sleek. Cool to see that you learn from other youtubers, and also credit them, truly gentlemen-like Rick! By the way, is it possible that in the future, you do a video solely based on the interior or the engine bay of a car? I certainly would love to see videos specific and in-depth about one topic every now and then. Cheers!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks Jaap. I"m always trying to learn and push my practice forward. As for the engine bay, that's one part of the process I have shied away from in recent years. I might tackle that on my own car, but I am too gun shy to do that on someone else's car because I would feel terrible if I was to do it improperly and enter water into sensitive areas of an engine compartment. I can certainly appreciate your idea though. Concentrating on a certain aspect is a great way to add some variety to my channel. Thanks for mentioning that.

[@jaaphoogendijk671]

@@RADGarage Understandable, the first time ( and only time so far) that I cleaned my mother's engine bay, I only lightly scrubbed the painted sides and engine cover, and then chickened out😅. I am going to try a more thorough clean in the future as I have better supplies and understanding now however.

[@Wim1975]

Great video Rick, one of the most brutal audi's, no turbo's and only a big v8. I like the model of this car and how widebody it is. Greetings from Holland!

[@RADGarage]

Greetings to you! Yes, this is a dying breed with its naturally aspirated V8. With the Milltek exhaust, this car rumbles down the street like a true stallion. I'd have a difficult time not making an offer on this car should it ever come up for sale. I love it that much.

[@Wim1975]

@@RADGarage I understand Rick, we are still boys and their toys!!😄

[@jbanks5228]

Love your videos, very soothing and satisfying watching your patience and attention to detail when it comes to cars. Love garage set-up and the Adams products in the background.

[@RADGarage]

Where have you been all my life? You sound like the PERFECT RAD viewer! Great to have you enjoying my videos. Take care.

[@rjw8368]

Fantastic finish, like glass.

[@RADGarage]

It did have a nice sheen to it.

[@Wofski]

Wow!!! That car was looking sweet!!! Great work man!!! You are the man!!! Can you please tell me what it is that you spray onto the paint after you polish??? And what is the purpose for that???

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. I applied a graphene coating to that car. It protects the paint from the elements and makes the car easier to clean and maintain. It is supposed to last for many years.

[@cameronbajt4]

Nice tunerworks plate frame!

[@RADGarage]

Adds 5 BHP

[@stephanelemoigne3028]

Encore du super bon boulot comme à ton habitude quelle détente devant tes vidéos Rick. Continue comme ça j'adore👍👍👍👍

[@RADGarage]

This one had a very relaxing tone to it. I'm glad you liked it.

[@redlumf]

Thank you very much for sharing this, Rick. I’ve found myself gravitating to watching your videos because, in addition to the cinematics, I can relate. I’m a huge Audi fan, I also have a son, and on 4th of July weekend, I spent 8 hours detailing my car’s exterior. My wife supports my detailing, but even she asked why it took 8 hours (I washed, clayed and polished before coating). I can totally see how you’ve invested 15 hours for the interior and exterior detail. I’m not a pro detailer, and I don’t have as nice of a garage as yours, but I find detailing to be relaxing and a way to be one with my thoughts. I look forward to when you apply this graphene coating to your SQ5 and share your thoughts, because I’ve been looking for a more durable coating (I’ve applied a ceramic spray coating that’s expected to last 6 mos) for our cars. More power to you and your channel. Take care! 😃

[@RADGarage]

Sounds like we have very similar ways of looking at the world! My wife has become accustomed to me washing the car for days at a time. I'll tell her I'll only be a few hours and she just rolls her eyes. I'm fortunate that people will trust me with their cherished rides because it brings me great satisfaction but also allows me to practice my skills and process.

[@estebanespinosa62]

Dude, what an excelent job! Your videos are so cool, satisfying and relaxing. All my support, love your channel! Greetings from Mexico.

[@RADGarage]

Thank you very much! I wish you all the best and do me a favor and go watch my other ones!

[@KMD-if2gm]

Rick the detailing god! There's the proof 👍

[@RADGarage]

Far from it, but I appreciate your compliment.

[@naiemar222]

What another epic video got nothing but respect for your efforts and ethics to your trade thanks Rick .

[@RADGarage]

I appreciate that!

[@joseph8626]

Hello good sir, may I ask what your tire and wheel cleaning formula is? So relaxing to watch.

[@RADGarage]

I use Adam's Wheel & Tire cleaner in a continuous spray bottle that infuses the liquid with a bit of air to give it that frothy performance.

[@Mike_Spina]

This was a fun one Rick! Results speak for themselves, great job man!

[@RADGarage]

Big project stuffed into a busy weekend left no time for chat! Just work work work and the results were quite satisfying. Thanks Mike.

[@jaaphoogendijk671]

@@RADGarage I already thought when watching, Rick is not taking his time on this one, it was elbow grease through and through!

[@geoh8241]

Wish I can find someone like you to detail my car

[@RADGarage]

Dudes like me are out there, we are just sometimes hard to find!

[@olivermesser2356]

Thanks for the nice Time

[@RADGarage]

Absolutely my pleasure!

[@Coldheart1903]

Fun to watch especially since I also own one of these. 👍

[@kilove1]

Yes it is..I own an Audi as well..👍😀😀

[@RADGarage]

It's always better when you have a connection to the car in the video. I wish other people did staying details of Audi SQ5's. I'd be ALL OVER THAT! LOL

[@SpeedCQ]

Beautiful video! I'm curious to see the performance of the Ethos coating in the long-term. Keep us posted if you can!

[@RADGarage]

I am inserted in its performance as well. I plan on doing my own car here in the next little while. Since I have used multiple ceramic coating in the past, I'll have a good baseline for comparison.

[@PrestigeDetailingStudio]

Extremely satisfying! Great result! Loved the experimentation and paired up with some really fitting music! Hope you've had A great summer!

[@OAP_studio]

I love watching. You can really relax

[@RADGarage]

Thanks man. I have had a great summer and I am proud of what I was able to accomplish and share through the channel. The viewership has grown and I have been so blessed to receive such an outpouring of support from people. I'll sneak a few projects in moving forward, but time is of the essence especially since my son's hockey season is starting up and watching him on the ice is my greatest joy in life. For anyone reading his comment, be sure to head on over to @prestige's YT channel to see one of the coolest home detailing garages you could ever imagine!

[@PrestigeDetailingStudio]

@@RADGarage winter is coming to an end here and I can't wait for the hot weather! Mate you should be proud, you produce really great videos and obviously you've increased your skills along the way not only in detailing but the skillset required to make these videos is an achievement in itself, ive watched your channel more than double in subscribers and its been really great to watch! Mate I bet watching your boy play is the best thing ever! I hope to experience that for myself one day, I actually wanted to play ice hockey as a kid but wasn't much of a league, only a couple in Perth! cheers for the kind words Rick, but the fun is only just beginning!

[@RADGarage]

I look forward to following you grow your audience too!

[@eric8588]

Another RAD production!

[@RADGarage]

Indeed!

[@Buckyvw]

Beautiful car and beautiful results. Keep it up Rick. P.s, you're nailing the 50/50 shots!

[@RADGarage]

That was my only good 50/50 shot ever. At the time, I didn't think it was going to turn out but I was happily surprised. Thanks Bucky.

[@alangligor]

Great job Rick!! I think this is one of your best videos!! 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎

[@RADGarage]

I do aim to make each one a bit better than the previous. I had an unfortunately accident with a motorized slider while filming this one, so some of the footage didn't quite turn out as good as I had hoped because the gear was bent. I had to pull some tricks out of my hat to stabilize a few scenes. Luckily, the new slider arrived as I was recording the finish shots.

[@jimmyemond8213]

Such high quality video wow, always impressing ! Cheers from Quebec !

[@RADGarage]

Thank you very much!

[@mikestefani7414]

Great work Rick. The car looks amazing!👍👍

[@RADGarage]

It's kind of hard for that car to NOT look amazing! Thanks.

[@Paragonly]

Quick question: Is 18h reasonable for a full interior and exterior detail + paint correction/protection? Or were you just taking your time to make it perfect for the vid? Also this video combines my love for B8.5 RS5’s and detailing, so thank you for this amazing video!

[@RADGarage]

I'm sure there's people that would say they could accomplish what I accomplished in less time, but I just do what needs to be done and I complete my work to my own level of satisfaction. Regardless of whether I am shooting footage for a video, I make sure things are as perfect as I can make them. It's not always possible, but I am willing to invest the time required to get things as close to perfect as possible. Thanks for the question and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Take care.

[@kevin4zero127]

Rick, what wheel brushes do you use? What do you use to clean them after you are done?

[@RADGarage]

I've picked up a wide variety of brushes over the years. The one I find myself using every time is the "toilet bowl brush". It is the Daytona Speedmaster PRO and it has been discontinued. EZ Detail brush is similar but it is blue. I also have a smaller version of that brush as well as a stiff bristle carpet brush I have relegated it to tire duty. I have a wool 4-finger mitt from Griot's I use for the face and a typical detail brush I use for the lugs. None of these brushes are anything super special, but they work well and I always get good results. I just simply rinse the brushes with water after I'm done and let them hang to dry.

[@briankellerman8902]

Phenomenal work as always. Looking to apply the graphene matrix coating on my f150. Would you recommend this over most other coatings or is there another in which you’d prefer? And can it be applied on all surfaces like the adams variant? Thanks!

[@RADGarage]

Tim at Ethos said this graphene coating was suitable for all surfaces, but I only used it on the paint and the PPF. I don't like coated glass. I think this one, Adam's, the Auto Shield Canada coating I'm going to use here shortly, are all solid options. I'm actually curious to see if I notice any difference with a graphene coating over a conventional ceramic coating. Good luck on your project. That's a lot of real estate on an F-150! 💪

[@pbpinftworth]

Beautiful car. Thanks for sharing. Thoughts on the graphene as compared to traditional ceramics?

[@RADGarage]

I am going to hold off on making the graphene/ceramic comparison until I apply it to my own car and monitor how it performs. Applying it was very similar to applying other coatings, so I can't really give you any big observations at this point. I was very happy with the level of gloss it gave this black Audi though. I am really looking forward to seeing it on my Daytona Grey Pearl SQ5. I've had many different coatings on my SQ5 so I'll be able to share more once that happens later in the Fall.

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

Heavenly & Hypnotic detail. #amazing 💎 Videography is top notch!! 👍

[@RADGarage]

Thank you 🙌

[@pjfan173]

Another great video. It would enjoy you talking through the steps, products and equipment used maybe a the end

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. I invite you to check out some of my Wash & Chat videos where I do discuss my process while actually completing work. I plan on doing some in the coming months. What, in particular, are you interested in hearing me discuss the most?

[@pjfan173]

RAD GARAGE I have watched most all of your videos. I was thinking a recap at the end and again showing all the products that you have used

[@RADGarage]

Let me think about that. Thanks for showing enough interest in my work to take the time to make a suggestion like this. I have the best viewers.

[@guenterhaines8898]

This is my first timing watching one of your videos. It beautifully compliments the very vocal posts from others detainers. Artful approach! Appreciate the complimentary list of products and equipment. I’m a new subscriber!

[@RADGarage]

I enjoy many other channels where the theme is reviewing products and procedures, but I have always been a fan of just watching a car being spoiled. The first video that really captured my attention was the BMW M5 detail video by Adonis Detailing. It stands up all these years later.

[@functionaldoc5054]

Rick another great video .I wonder did you learn your video style from Sandro or did he learn from you? How many more cars before school starts for you or old man winter sets sneaks in ? I hope to be up in August next year if the border is open .

[@RADGarage]

You know what, I don't really watch many other detailing videos. I think my style has evolved nicely over the years, but there's guys like Sandro and Chromatic that really inspire me. I am back to teaching full-time so this project was my last hurrah of the summer. I'll sneak a few more details in, but I may or may not have the time to make videos for them. I'm also about to make some major changes to the garage floor so that'll take up a lot of time garage time and energy. Let me know if you get up here and I'll tour ya!

[@96muttrix96]

Great video as always! Stunning RS5 too!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. That car is utter perfection.

[@markmccullough6873]

Perfection my man beautiful job rad.Stay Safe Stay Healthy.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks.

[@gambietti]

Incredible videography and very nice work. How did you like working with graphene? I have my first coating Friday

[@RADGarage]

I was a bit nervous working with a new coating on a car that wasn't mine, but once I had a few panels under my belt I started to feel more comfortable. It spread very well and I only ended up with a few high spots that easily leveled off with a bit more product added. The real interesting part to me is will there be any observable difference in how this coating handles the impending Canadian winter. I will be coating my own car later this month with it and I plan on sharing my observations as we deal with the winter season conditions.

[@gambietti]

@@RADGarage thank you for the feedback and I look forward to those videos!

[@bbreed1]

This is amazing!!!! What would you charge for something of this caliber detail

[@RADGarage]

If I was fully charging, I'd probably have to hurry up and not spend so much time on it! These projects you see me complete for others are super good deals because I'm not doing this for the money. I charge a little, but not near what a pro would.

[@mattg7465]

In this case, no clay bar was used. Did you determine the paint was clean enough to just skip to the cut/polish phase? or in what scenarios can you skip claying before polish?

[@RADGarage]

I just feel the paint. If I don't feel contaminants, I move to correction. I know this car well and I know it is garaged at home and work. It is driven daily but not on major roads where it would see heavy commercial traffic. Mechanical and chemical decontamination would have been a waste of time in this case. Good question though.

[@GoofylookinHippy]

I noticed you use a regular spray nozzle to rinse the car after the contact wash instead of the pressure washer. Is this just for the cinematography or is there more to it?

[@RADGarage]

There’s not a lot to it. The way I see it, the only purpose of a rinse at that point in the process is to get the soap that is carrying the particulates off the car as quickly and efficiently as possible. The surface of the car is now clean so my focus is to rinse the soap off in seconds with a regular hose nozzle. The high pressure rinse with the foam is what loosens and dislodges the dirt from the paint and in the tight panel gaps.

[@faboste61]

Thank you for the new post! Greetings from Belgium.

[@RADGarage]

You bet. Always glad to have Belgian viewers stopping by! 🇧🇪

[@simoamd6335]

Your videos should have much attention tbh ♥️

[@RADGarage]

My channel is trending upwards so that's all I can ask for! Thanks for the compliment and be sure to check out my prior projects when you have the time.

[@therushden]

😎 stunning job as always 👌 you use the quick jack's much? I'd be tempted to make all my details, wheels off, if I had them.

[@RADGarage]

It's just a matter of how time I have. I'd love to perform wheels off details, but timing is the issue. If I have the car on the QJ's and it starts to storm, I can't just bring my SQ5 in the garage. So, I have to consider things like that. Plus, it just adds a lot of extra time to the process removing and mounting wheels. I have yet to perform a wheels off detail on a car other than my own or a very close friend.

[@TA-hn9cs]

Great video and Awesome job. What a good looking car!

[@RADGarage]

It is a great design. There's a part of me that hopes I buy it off him at some point.

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

How’s the new pressure washer behaving? What is the exact ratio you use with the mega foam, it’s mega right? And you are getting what PSI out at the gun? Thx

[@RADGarage]

I am still using my old one. Saving up cash for a trench drain/catch basin. I use a strong ratio of foam to water and always end up with luxurious foam. Mega is my favorite by far. I have no idea what pressure I am getting at the gun. I'd be totally guessing.

[@RonaldCiubuc]

Out of all the detailing channels I watch this is one of my favorites.. btw what tar and insect remover do you use.. I haven't really researched any.. I tried rain x stuff and it makes me weary how it sticks to the paint and takes alot to rinse

[@RADGarage]

Thanks man. I use Gyeon Q2M Tar for the most part. I have a less aggressive water-based remover by Poorboy's World for more sensitive surfaces such as soft trims and PPF. carzilla.ca/products/gyeon-q2m-tar-500ml?ref=RADGARAGE

[@DJRonnieDBoston]

Rick you always amaze me with the quality of work top notch buds !!! liked the Audi logo soap touch :) I think if I didn't need the SQ5 room for my DJ equipment I would've bought the RS5 such nice lines on it beautiful car for sure.

[@RADGarage]

I really hope I am in a position to make a serious offer on this car when the day comes that the owner moves into something else. I have driven it a few times and it is just sublime.

[@vinbags]

Great job again..im loving the graphene coatings..I've been using Adams with great success..easy to work with and water beads rediculous..

[@RADGarage]

I'm looking forward to slapping it on my own car in the near future to see how it performs.

[@Defiansy]

so relaxing to watch

[@RADGarage]

Glad you think so!

[@LittleJa2002]

I just subscribed. Much admiration for your keen art to auto detailing! While it’s not even close to the performance of that RS5, I have a 2013 Phantom Black Pearl Audi A4 and I love it.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks for the nice comment. I hope you continue to enjoy your A4. They are such good all-round cars.

[@ClausUibel]

Meanwhile my favorite KZbinr. Greetings from Ingolstadt.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks so much.

[@베이비비스트]

늘 잘보고있습니다 ^^

[@RADGarage]

당신은 매우 친절합니다

[@KINGVONFRM063]

So relaxing) sorry for being 4 weeks long i was in vacations now im back

[@RADGarage]

No worries! I haven't had a vacation in a long time!

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

Which towel do you like to use with the Defy? Thx Rick

[@RADGarage]

It is a CarPro towel I have had around for a long time but never used. I think it is a glass towel to be honest. I find I don't have any short-pile low gsm towels appropriate for coating removals so I am going to hit up Carzilla to get some Detail POPO Ocean Wave Weave 320gsm towels that should do the trick. You definitely don't want a plush towel when removing excess coating.

[@gcrockford8191]

Wow car Wow Detail and another WOW for the hell of it!!

[@RADGarage]

Haha. Thanks. I like "Wows".

[@thomasb4485]

Hello, i just discovered your channel, your videos are great! Hello from France 👋

[@RADGarage]

Glad you like them! I appreciate you spending your time here on my channel. I enjoy sharing my work with people from all over the world.

[@AussieDetails]

Another job well done! Looking crisp and fresh!

[@RADGarage]

Yeah, it came out nice. Wasn't easy, but I got there.

[@AussieDetails]

@@RADGarage did you find the graphene trickier to apply?

[@RADGarage]

It wasn't so much trickier, but I had seen a video prior by Brian at Apex about how hard this stuff bonds and at one point in the project I lost track of a little portion I coated. When I realized I hadn't buffed the excess off I freaked out! Luckily, it polished off real easy but I had thought I had made a fatal mistake! I think I need to get more experience under my belt with graphene and I'll be able to relax a bit. I did find it a bit tricky to know exactly when it was time to wipe away the excess. The instructions say to wait until you see a cloudy/foggy appearance but that wasn't always apparent. The spread was awesome though. On a black car it was super easy to see where I had applied the coating because it really goes on evenly and was easy to see.

[@AussieDetails]

@@RADGarage thanks for your insight. I watched Brian's video as well. I think I'm going to test this on my car. Thanks again !!!

[@ozrenradovanlija5600]

This was so nice and relaxing to watch

[@RADGarage]

I was very happy with the vibe of this one. Too bad I didn't have the time record the interior work.

[@ozrenradovanlija5600]

@@RADGarage Thinking of going myself in car detailing because i enjoy working on and with cars so mutch IT IS really relaxing. Only thing here in Germany is by law you cant wash car on your yard garage pr on the Street if you dont have suitable solution for the water waste Drainage. Bit anyway keep up with good work

[@RADGarage]

I was just doing a Zoom chat with a detailer from Norway and he mentioned how you guys in Germany have such tight regulations about washing cars. Our laws are becoming more strict but nothing like Europe. In one way it is good, but in another way it is not.

[@rickm.10]

Amazing job Rick! Also, the look on you face when you saw the cloud of polishing dust 😂 Couple of questions for you, does the insect removal product you use really rinses bug guts away, or does it take some form of agitation? How do you clean/wash your tire dressing applicators? Just rinse them with water?

[@RADGarage]

That particular insect spray is epic. I have never had to use any form of agitation to remove insects when using that spray. Now, there have been times where I have had to polish out insect etchings in paint and PPF, but any bug guts are toast when I use that spray.

[@akelaton]

Great video Rick. Is the ethos graphene long lasting graphene coating ? I think it’s for 5 years protection right ?

[@RADGarage]

So, it is marketed as providing between 5 and 7 years of protection. That's a bold claim, but if you live in a hospitable climate and your car is regularly washed, anything is possible. Cars here take a beating and often go weeks between washes. That means they carry salty dirty muck on the paint for many months of the year, so to get a year of protection is all I realistically expect. That said, Brian at Apex (I'm a big fan) recently stated that he needed to use 3000 grit sandpaper to remove it from a test panel. I guess the true test will be when I apply it to my own vehicle and take it though a Calgary winter. I'll be sure to report back in the future!

[@jeffhirst1403]

great vid,absolute masterclass.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks Jeff. That was a highly satisfying project for me and the results were even more satisfying.

[@apostolisapostolos2254]

A nother outstanding video. Respect 🇬🇷

[@RADGarage]

Thanks. So cool to have a supporter all the way from Greece! The birthplace of Democracy!

[@HawaiiRebel]

Absolutely amazing!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks.

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

18 hours... Wow! It looks like a Million Bucks! :-)

[@RADGarage]

It's crazy how time adds up. An hour here, a half-hour there, next thing you know the weekend is gone! I did the interior on the Friday night from about 7 until 11, worked 8 until 8 Saturday and about 9 until 5 on Sunday. Some of that is filming, but then there's the clean up and washing of towels/pads that seems to be never-ending!

[@joevanseeters2873]

They drive an awful lot of Audi's up in Canada! That seem's to be your car of choice when detailing. LOL. Nice job, that's one beautiful vehicle. One of my dream sedans for sure. I'm intrigued by this Graphene stuff. Been seeing an awful lot lately on KZbin about it. Might have to give it a shot. The ETHOS one has been getting a lot of good reviews. How was the install compared to other Ceramic type coatings?

[@RADGarage]

It's what you can expect. I did have some challenges knowing exactly when it had bonded. I saw the rainbow effect but on the black paint I couldn't see it "cloud up" which is an indication it is time to wipe the excess away. Like anything, it just takes time and experience to become comfortable with it. The true test will be how it holds up, but unfortunately, I won't be seeing that car for a while. I am going to slap a coat of it on the SQ5 in a month or so. That will be a great comparison since I have used all kinds of coatings over the years and know what looks good and what doesn't. So, stay tuned.

[@tonyloupe9922]

Hi Rick Was wondering the link to the wash mitt your currently using and also after you foam treat your cars what do you have in the spray bottle when your going around the car with your detail brush? Thanks -Dedicated watcher of your videos-

[@RADGarage]

Here's the link to the mitt. It is awesome. ➤CarPro Merino Wool Mitt carzilla.ca/products/carpro-m... I use a diluted amount of Adam's Mega Foam in the spray bottle when getting around the badges and into the deeper nooks and crannies. Why is there a strike though "dedicated watcher of your videos"? It's giving me an inferiority complex. LOL

[@tonyloupe9922]

@@RADGarage not sure why there is a strike threw that! It wasn’t there when I typed it. Keep the videos coming man, hands down the best dealer out there!! I really mean that, I’ve been detailing for 15+ years so I know a great detailer when I see one. I can only hope to meet you one day and sit and drink coffee and talk detailing.

[@RADGarage]

That would be awesome!