PART ONE OF MY DIY DETAIL TRIP | A Recount of my Exciting Trip to the Cornhusker State

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks so much for the visit. It was an honour and pleasure to host you. Yes our neighbourhood little Bohemia.

[@RADGarage]

@@diydetailofficial I loved it all. Thanks again for the support and love.

[@diydetailofficial]

@@RADGarage our pleasure

[@RADGarage]

@@diydetailofficial I could have come home with a bit more SWAG, but we will address that during the next visit! 😝

[@diydetailofficial]

@@RADGarageyes we will, make room in your closet

[@PanTheOrganizer]

It was nice to hang out with you again brother! Time flew by too quickly! It was also awesome to create content with all the other content creators. Yvan, Sylvie and Nick were great hosts!

[@RADGarage]

My kid loved the Doritos btw.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

@@RADGarage I knew it!! They're the best. :) Tell him Pan says hi

[@RADGarage]

He said, and I quote, "Pan who?". Teenagers...

[@HawkProDetailing]

You even included Archetype Coffee! Legendary 🎉 Great having you Rick, fun video!

[@RADGarage]

Haha. I dream of my return!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

It was great meeting you Rick and hanging out for the weekend. This was such a fun trip and hope we can do it again in the future.

[@diydetailofficial]

Looking forward to it

[@RADGarage]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing I think we need to drop in on PapaSmurf out there in sunny California. 😎

[@hippopotimusstew]

I appreciate you not letting trivial things like your teaching career and family entirely consume you and get in the way of what truly matters; detailing. I’m here by your side and support you no matter what. ❤

[@RADGarage]

@@hippopotimusstew The livestream was the best part!

[@hippopotimusstew]

@@RADGarage really wish you were on more. Always good times

[@ryeguy88]

I appreciate all the men involved in this event. So encouraging to see people connect over shared interests and develop shared interests. Very special.

[@RADGarage]

You hit the nail on the head with your comment. Boarding a plane to fly to meet up with guys like this, it really is a dream come true. I do not take these opportunities for granted and I will work my hardest to ensure these opportunities continue into the future. Of course, the momentum I gain with my viewers really helps!

[@DetailsNMe]

Wow..the architectural ambiance and the structural elements of that towns buildings are absolutely vintage chic…you can feel the good vibes through your video!! I hope I get the pleasure to visit one day-what an awesome collab Rick..this video is a gift…thank you!!!

[@RADGarage]

@@DetailsNMe You’re the best. What a great compliment and I agree about the charm of Omaha. I need to visit the Zoo next time. It’s supposed to be the best in the country.

[@henriquepinto9652]

Hi Rick, another special video, it's wonderful to be able to do what we like to do with friends, an "always professional" weekend. 👍😄😄🇵🇹 Now have a great school year

[@RADGarage]

The success of my channel is measured by the number of relationships I have been able to establish. The views are secondary.

[@joevanseeters2873]

WOW Rick. You got to spend a great weekend with my favorite KZbinrs! I just found "Cars with Keav" channel a few months ago and I have been following him closely ever since. Of course I have been following you, Brian, Pan, along with Nick and Ivan since near your beginnings! Looks like you had a great time in a nice part of America. The Midwest of America is one of the best places to visit to get an old world feel, almost like it was back in the 50's, 60's, and 70's.

[@RADGarage]

It was a real treat to be in the presence of all these creators. I feel like we each brought something unique to the table and we also got along really well. Meeting up with fellow detailers who share my passion is more reward than I could have ever anticipated when I began this channel in 2014.

[@Buckyvw]

What an amazing adventure with good people. Great documentation Rick!

[@RADGarage]

@@Buckyvw I find it challenging to record everything vs just enjoying the experience. Walking around with my gimbal did attract some looks, but I fought the embarrassment by saying we were big shots.

[@TheOldManGreg]

QUALITY > QUANTITY. Don't worry about the amount of videos you produce or how "often" you are able to create. Just keep putting out some of the very best produced, highest level cinematograpy videos across the entire detailing space on YT. Always look forward to all of your videos. Stay Rad Rick. 👊

[@RADGarage]

That's exactly what I need to hear. I fit the detailing in when I can and seeing as I take so much pride in my video content, I simply create when the opportunity presents itself.

[@golf007sd2]

Great production and representation. Seeing some of the greatest car washing detail collaborators hook up and share their style with us is always rewarding...and it shows in the manner in which you present YOUR content Hopefully more of this will be in the horizon. Thanks for taking us for a ride.....cheers.

[@RADGarage]

@@golf007sd2 I hope so too. It’s tough trying to produce content on the road but the more I do it, the more comfortable I know I will become. Where to next? 🤔

[@serdarergul6099]

Very good video. Thank you my friend. 👍💯

[@RADGarage]

@@serdarergul6099 Thanks for watching. It was a fun weekend and I am thrilled to share my experience with those that care.

[@58leebee]

Awesome video Rick, you and the crew were made for each other! Some people don’t get your sense of humour, that’s on them! Keep up the amazing work on and off ‘the tube’! Best kind!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks for the words of encouragement. I enjoy sharing my work with those that appreciate it and the friendships I make along the way mean the world to me.

[@CarsWithKeav]

You captured the vibe of that weekend so well! Was a pleasure collabing and hanging out with you and everybody else. One of the best weekends of my life. Had so much fun!

[@RADGarage]

I was very hopeful you and Brian would appreciate how this video came out. Meeting and hanging with you guys was the best part of it all. I am working on the Rinseless video we did together. I’m going to combine that footage with footage from me replicating the process on my car here.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you. Keav

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@RADGarage Nice, I’ll be releasing my version in a week as well.

[@RADGarage]

You better make me look good!

[@CarsWithKeav]

@@RADGarage That won’t be hard at all. 🙃

[@darrallmeharg6912]

Sounds like a great trip. Friends and detailing, it can't get any better than that

[@RADGarage]

It was amazing. It went by so fast though.

[@stevecharnasjr.7241]

That is awesome Rick! It’s great to see all you guys get to meet up and enjoy yourself. Didn’t realize you were a teacher full time. Getting to see your actual personality, I bet you make an awesome teacher and really connect with the students. I’d love to connect to pick your brain and how you got setup with the detailing world. Garage and all lol. Would be cool to learn some stuff from FAB considering I live about 2 hrs north of him. But really enjoy you watching all you guys. Really learn a lot and I get more and more enthusiastic as I watch! Great job Rick!!!

[@RADGarage]

@@stevecharnasjr.7241 It was so great to meet all these guys. They had a lot of great advice for me and I’m inspired by all of them. Teaching had been my career for 27 years and having a hobby I am passionate about actually helps keep me going. I hope all teachers have a satisfying outlet outside of teaching because it keeps me going when things get heavy. And they do.

[@ratton5028]

Hi Rick 🖐 Thanks for taking us along on your interesting weekend adventure! It’s nice meeting up with new people and old friends with the same passion in life. I would have liked to have been a mouse in the corner listening to all the banter among the group. I’m glad that you found a motel to crash in as that thing in the airport didn’t look very comfortable. I hope school is going smoothly, and when you can work it in I will be patiently waiting the next RAD adventure. Cheers!!.. 😎

[@RADGarage]

@@ratton5028 Everything worked out just fine and I am off to a fantastic start to my school year. Teaching has brought me a lot of satisfaction over the years and I still find myself learning how to be more effective with every year I stay in the game. Thanks for watching and I appreciate your amazing comments every time.

[@ronayotte3571]

Rick... you have nothing to apologize for. Your detailing skills are awesome, as well as your cinematic skills!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks Ron. Whenever I’m around full timers, I get envious.

[@2020Tundra]

So glad you had a nice trip here to America. Can’t wait for the next RAD video 👍

[@RADGarage]

No one enjoys visiting the US more than me. I grew up thinking I lived in Spokane since that was where our US tv stations were based. I was pretty upset when I found out the truth.

[@thesamsquatch5224]

A different type of video from RAD!!! I really enjoyed it! Definitely a bucket list of mine to meet y’all someday. The soap pour was what I needed! You are awesome!!

[@RADGarage]

We had a good time in Omaha. Hanging out with all those guys was a real thrill.

[@ddautodetailing]

Looks like everyone had a great time! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@RADGarage]

It was a lot of fun and something that I will remember for a long time. Thanks for watching.

[@mundymulligan665]

Loved this. Good content all the way around!

[@RADGarage]

@@mundymulligan665 I feel like it is the most wholesome video I’ve ever made. It was such a good time. It’ll serve as a guide when I decide to tackle this method here at home.

[@adamlyman8293]

Hi Rick, this is the first that I’m discovering you and your channel. Definitely following now. I appreciated your delivery and content. So very interesting to see the DIY studio. I’m a detailing enthusiast and started following Pan and DIY maybe a year or more ago. I’ve slowly built up my detailing skills, tools and products. I look forward to watching your videos.

[@RADGarage]

Hi Adam, thanks for the visit. Like you, I am an enthusiast who just began sharing some of the projects I undertake and here I am enjoying opportunities to rub shoulders with amazing guys like Pan and Yvan. I hope you will find my content interesting. My approach is a bit different than most, but I like to think it has a place in the KZbin detailing ecosphere. Take care and nice to meet you.

[@scootytamra]

It's so cool to see your collabs with Yvan , Pan, Nick and the rest, you are all great teachers and i learn from you all how to care for my car! Thanks!🥰🥰

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@RADGarage]

@@scootytamra My pleasure to share my experience with you all. I aim to inspire versus directly educate, but we all learn from each other and these guys definitely taught me a lot.

[@matsudakodo]

Had no idea DIY has a studio here. Glad you enjoyed our state.

[@RADGarage]

I now have a true soft spot for Nebraska. I think I will be back at some point.

[@neilwalker5041]

Really fun video Rick as it was fun to watch all the guys hang out.

[@RADGarage]

@@neilwalker5041 I wish I could have captured even more of our interactions but I was getting sick of my gimbal! I don’t know how full time vloggers do it.

[@marteaubu]

thanks for the video its nice to see other side of you! keep up the good work!

[@RADGarage]

This is why I always say that the connections I have made through this channel are the most important thing for me. I love interacting with others when I have the chance. I do enjoy my "alone time" in the garage too.

[@edornelas7248]

Wow, pretty cool! Great stuff!! Keep it coming!!

[@RADGarage]

@@edornelas7248 I am doing my best to earn these amazing opportunities.

[@edornelas7248]

@@RADGarage well it much deserved!! Thank you!

[@kenmartin756]

Looks like you had a great time.

[@RADGarage]

@@kenmartin756 Indeed. It was the perfect end to a fantastic summer.

[@аппрвпаре]

Молодцы! Спасибо, удачи, жду новые видео!!! ✌️👍💪😄

[@RADGarage]

Always glad to see you leave a comment. See you on the next video..

[@just.florent]

Hello rad fantastic video 👍

[@RADGarage]

Thanks for taking time to visit.

[@scootytamra]

I will always watch you and Pan's channels, you guys are the best!!!! I also watch Yvan too, he's awesome!!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@RADGarage]

@@scootytamra Yeah, I am honoured to hitch my wagon to Pan’s train. He has a wealth of knowledge and influence in this world and calling him a friend is something I am very proud of and grateful for. Yvan’s amazing too.

[@scootytamra]

@@RADGarage Pan is an amazing human being, he's always using his knowledge to inspire and teach others.

[@RADGarage]

Agreed.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for your support!

[@NeilJohn-the-washer]

Brilliant vlog RAD.

[@RADGarage]

Thanks man. A bit of a departure from my normal way of doing things.

[@granularautospa3802]

Fantastic video Rick,I really enjoyed this one

[@RADGarage]

@@granularautospa3802 Something different.

[@kevinbowe4102]

Im here for the sometimes uploads but premium quality vids 💪

[@RADGarage]

@@kevinbowe4102 Haha. I wish I had more time in the garage but this time of year is very busy and exciting. Stay tuned though. You never know where and when I will slip a video in! 🤘

[@DavidRuiz-nb9fh]

Excellent video!

[@RADGarage]

@@DavidRuiz-nb9fh Thanks. The trip was a great experience and learning opportunity for me.

[@clintonhewitt3454]

good work rick 👍👍😊

[@RADGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@Taino5.0]

Depends on the state for Walmart. I’m pretty comfortable going into a Walmart in Connecticut but not one in Florida. I’ve stopped going into one completely as it takes forever to get in and out with lines. I just order most of my stuff from Walmart now. It’s either Amazon for same day stuff or target/cvs now.

[@RADGarage]

@@Taino5.0 I hear you 100%. I will not enter one in my city.

[@txdeedee7783]

This was great! Glad y'all had a fun time.

[@RADGarage]

@@txdeedee7783 I can’t believe where this hobby has taken me. I’m living my boyhood dream. You helped make it all happen.

[@txdeedee7783]

@@RADGarage I am quite the influencer. Ya Welcome.

[@RADGarage]

People call you "Kingmaker" behind your back.

[@txdeedee7783]

@@RADGarage haha I am pretty sure that's not what's being said behind my back.

[@davestewart9146]

Rick if you ever find yourself in Sacramento Ca. know that you’ll always have a place to crash at my house , great video my friend 😁👍

[@RADGarage]

@@davestewart9146 I may take you up on that!

[@davestewart9146]

@@RADGarage anytime brother

[@gregorypollet6106]

Rick , I knew this content would blow my mind and boom once again you hit the nail on the head 🤩. As a regular viewer, I can feel you really enjoyed the trip and your new friends Brian and Keav. I'm a regular viewer of their channel too, could't explain why but I guess their appraoch was corresponding to my mindset. As you mentioned it, Keav has a huge knowledge and really digs really deep into testing pressure washers, hoses, nozzles and whatnot. What an amount of precious information to grab for a car enthusiast such as I am. I can imagine the nice "live tutorial" you guys had between Uberflex hoses, 3.5mm nozzles with 1200PSI at 1.89 gpm 🤣 What about Ivan's reaction when you filled up the foam cannon with Incredible Suds Rick ? That made me laugh like crazy 😅 Jokes aside, shout out to @diydetailofficial for having set up this nice collaboration. Always a pleasure to give you all support from far far away in the galaxy 😉 Let us now meet the funny and joking Rick Stay RAD Gregg

[@RADGarage]

I am glad you enjoyed this recount of my exciting experience down in Omaha. These were quality guys and it was my honour to collaborate with them. I feel like we each bought something unique and valuable and I hope to continue these types of experiences in the future. Take care.

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

Cool

[@RADGarage]

It was a great way to wrap up my summer holidays. Except the airport drama!

[@georgina_gsm]

Being from the UK I can’t even compute how big and extensive the US big box stores are. When USA KZbinrs say “just go to your local xyz” to get “this” I’m like you have no idea how that is just not the case anywhere outside of the US! 😂 Anything for detailing or even garage set up you have to get online and even then we’re limited. Walk into a shot a by a tool cart? Forget it! 😂 If I ever travelled to the States I would definitely be visiting a Harbour Freight!!

[@RADGarage]

We used to live in South Korea and Japan. Stores like the ones we saw in Omaha just do not exist. North America is all about shopping. It’s a full time passion for us!

[@gearlstrickland3365]

New to your channel 1st time watching LOVE watching Keav and Pan because they will talk back to you ❤

[@RADGarage]

My favourite creators always take the time to respond to viewers. That’s always been a priority for me too. Thanks for taking time to share in my experience. If you like cinematic detailing videos, be sure to check out my other videos. Take care.

[@gearlstrickland3365]

@@RADGarageyou are my new friend

[@RADGarage]

I appreciate that.

[@compayip7143]

Nice video,, Regards from Sinaloa, México!

[@RADGarage]

@@compayip7143 Hey, thanks for tuning in. What’s the detailing world like where you are?

[@compayip7143]

​@@RADGarage im enthusiast but i have plans to initiate a Mobile car wash-detailing business and my methods and techniques are gonna be aligned to @diydetailofficial products and teachings.

[@RADGarage]

DIY Detail provides a very efficient and rewarding blueprint. Following it is a great idea on your part. Best of luck.

[@eprohoda]

Rad-hey, Wow-amazing -I'll e back!

[@RADGarage]

@@eprohoda Glad to hear it!

[@tony8354586]

Really enjoyed the video !

[@RADGarage]

I am glad to hear that. These type of videos don't really perform well for me, but I don't care one bit because experiences such as this are way more important to me than views.

[@tony8354586]

…what did you think of the coffee at the coffee shop? I love coffee, but I don’t like the burnt taste of Starbucks. I’m always looking for that fantastic cup…..regards, Tony

[@RADGarage]

I wish I had visited Archetype more often during my stay, but I only had it once. They are proud that they finished 4th or something in a big barista completion. It was top notch coffee. Starbucks is a necessary evil, but it doesn't touch true coffee made by people who know what they are doing.

[@melansonstevenandrew]

Really cool video! Love your content!

[@RADGarage]

@@melansonstevenandrew Thanks so much. I still remember the awesome comment you left on my “Unclogging” video. I appreciate viewers like you. 🤘

[@melansonstevenandrew]

@@RADGarage thanks for the kind words, much appreciated.

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Dang, I seem to have removed my first comment since I was first. Rick, what an amazing time to learn and hangout with everyone there. I hope to meet many of them soon like I met Yvan and Sylvie at MTE 2024 as well as I met Renny Doyle, Sydni Brae Gwinn, Tony Mazel, Robyn Sweet from P and S, Mike Phillips, Yancy Martinez, Chris Racana from Dr. BEASLEY'S, Christian Woodland and Mathew Godfrey from Bio-Bombs, Tim Mclaughlin, Harold Gonzalez, Adrian Ferreira, Ricky, Antonio Ralda from Ralda's Details, Mary(she comes to the livestreams), Jason Otterness, Eric Joseph, Jesús and Emanuel doing the Opticle PPF demonstrations, IK team, Levi Gates and the TRC crew like Josh, Steven Thompson and his dad(DetailKid-the youngest IDA CD-SV), Nick from McKee's, Owner's Pride owner, Autofiber team, Reggie Cox and the French guys from Labocosmetica, Rick and Skylar from Stoner's, Allan Medcraf, Phil and Jessica Miranda from Miranda Detailing, Juan "El Magnífico" González who helps Jason Otterness and Levi Gates and P and S with trainings on Detailing and videos in Spanish, etc.

[@RADGarage]

That’s an impressive list of industry pros. I have been fortunate to have met many of them as well. It really is a great community. Thanks for watching Humberto.

[@RNagore1]

Great fun video, where can you get the bucket dolly in the video?

[@RADGarage]

Yvan is somewhat of an inventor. I bet if you asked him, that bucket dolly is going to make its way to market eventually. Perhaps he will be able to chime in.

[@diydetailofficial]

It’s a soon to be released prototype.

[@RNagore1]

Thank you both for the reply, I will wait for it.

[@edornelas7248]

I didn’t know Omaha is only 6 hours from me!!

[@RADGarage]

@@edornelas7248 I am glad I was able to visit Omaha. I loved the vibe.

[@JeepJL]

Washed in August? That Jeep might almost be done dripping now.

[@RADGarage]

@@JeepJL 😂 Maybe…

[@CarsWithKeav]

It was probably dry around Labor day.

[@RADGarage]

I could never and will never own a Jeep for this very reason.

[@wademiyataki9221]

Wait, so this was your “What I did this summer” homework?🤣🤣🤣

[@RADGarage]

Yup. It's like a book report only in "real life"!

[@keithfirebird7618]

👍 #sometimer

[@RADGarage]

For now…

[@matthewwingle4637]

You’ve got a third career on deck - freelance editing

[@matthewwingle4637]

I’ve been watching your channel for some time. Editing and cinematography second to none, my friend.

[@RADGarage]

@@matthewwingle4637 Thanks. I really pride myself on producing content that has a chill vibe. The world can be chaotic at times so my videos are my way of calming it all down. Not sure if that makes sense.

[@gearlstrickland3365]

Does TOC supply have USA prices

[@RADGarage]

Unfortunately, they do not ship outside of Canada.

[@CVMarius]

I did Yvan get at the spaghetti place?

[@RADGarage]

I believe he got a heaping bowl of spaghetti and then ordered a side dish of butter for it.

[@granularautospa3802]

Second on here right

[@RADGarage]

@@granularautospa3802 Not too shabby.

[@josephvecchio8528]

which one is u rick? the bloke with the beard? ;) lol

[@RADGarage]

I’m the boring one! lol

[@josephvecchio8528]

@@RADGarage your not boring sir ur awesome as always

[@RADGarage]

Thanks brother. I think I was the funniest one.

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

Where do all the chemicals go? Into a holding tank then disposed of.

[@RADGarage]

That is a great question. I don't know the answer, unfortunately. My assumption would be that building of that sort would have a separator system that filters the water prior to being released into the sewer system. I wish there was a way of "tagging" people in comments because I am sure Yvan could explain how it all works in that facility.

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

@@RADGarage Yeah cheers mate i thought it would be being a commercial business, just hope it doesn't go to a stream then the ocean.

[@RADGarage]

Given Nebraska's location, I would be very surprised if it ever reached the ocean. Like most North American cities, this sewer system will be tied into the water treatment of the city. That's how it works in my city, at least.

[@diydetailofficial]

It goes to the municipal sewage treatment plant

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

@@RADGarage I'm not familiar with this area, but in Australia rain water etc, goes down into storm water drains then out to sea. In side water use in a house would be treated.

[@serranosmobile]

Thay building looks really nice 6:45

[@RADGarage]

@@serranosmobile It’s so charming. I want a garage like that.

[@58leebee]

Awesome video Rick, you and the crew were made for each other! Some people don’t get your sense of humour, that’s on them! Keep up the amazing work on and off ‘the tube’! Best kind!

[@RADGarage]

Thanks for the words of encouragement. I enjoy sharing my work with those that appreciate it and the friendships I make along the way mean the world to me.

[@diydetailofficial]

Rick’s sense of humour is legendary