Trying Out Koch-Chemie On The EM1 Civic Si - Wash & Talk

[@wgeffon]

My 16 year old daughter happen to be in the room when I was watching this. Specifically the part where you were saying to find out what you like to do and make that your passion /profession. She said “he’s just like you. He loves cars and he obviously loves what he does.” She knows my passion is my career. It opened up an opportunity to have one of those life talks with her about chasing passion and then never feeling like you ever have to work a day in your life. Good moment with a typical teenager who is basically quiet and doesn’t say much. Thanks.

[@brandoncortez5994]

“I got more important things to worry about cars and what wheels to choose” 😂 fr though

[@mobeious]

Great life advice matt ... live life while you can not when your body and mind can't. People are so set on preparing for 40 years from now and not worrying about what they are missing today

[@blueRC]

The father of my friend was the owner and founder of Koch Chemie, their headquarters is just a few kilometers from me. In germany they supply many car washes, but their detailing products are great too!

[@Carlos.Rivera]

Agreed about german car care products, im stoked with sonax

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

@@Carlos.Rivera al igual que yo. Especialmente el limpiador de alcántara.

[@aaron30569]

Germany has the biggest automatic car wash in the world!

[@youngheero]

Man your set up is goals, your house, driveway, wash area and garage sheeesh

[@jasonsummers8097]

I do appreciate the old school wash and talk. I can go for a late night wash/talk and rant...that would be really old school and original Mattie :)

[@CobnutVTS]

me: comes to watch a wash This vide: life lesson

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

That shirt is great with your normal and original saying "Now that's legit" Love it brother man Watching always from Puerto Rico 👍🇵🇷

[@BIGGELATO]

Its crazy how I can related 1000% with you dude. Plus I really enjoyed sitting and listening through the video, felt like I was there while skimming through your website, saving everything into bookmarks till I can have my own garage with a wash bay and everything

[@touringteg]

Golden era Honda therapy. I recommend getting a spare set of front fender liners to heat and mold. I just replaced my ITR front fender liners yesterday. Previous owners had it slammed and it rubbed through the plastic in the upper area. One side is discontinued so used only now. I was missing a lot of OEM clips and hardware too and I got those also. Feels good to reverse all the mods and damage owners did.

[@pshannon68]

There is something therapeutic about the wash and talks. Matt i think you're hilarious, love the humor and honestly you have and bring to life. Keep it up!!

[@usagimoto1423]

The rear calipers can be upgraded using the EP3 civic rear calipers which having bigger coverage on the rotor in the factory EM1 Rear caliper

[@MrNoRulesz]

I started following you from a random wash & talk and have been enjoying every single episode ever since, i am learning something from youre wisdom and relaxing from the therapeutic washing

[@DinoGrahovic]

QS adds hydrophobicity QF is everything as QS only without silicone (bodyshop safe) and does not affect hydrophobicity if you have a coating or something

[@mattcaser6581]

I enjoy these wash and talks from you because it's "unscripted Matt". Shoots from the hip, says what comes to mind, and if some folks get their feelings hurt, well tough, that's their problem. Besides, watching you wash a car inspires me to head to the garage and wash my truck. Keep them coming, you are one-of-a-kind, sir.

[@alfcappuccino]

Carbon fiber hoods (and maybe other parts) are finished with a "gel coat" they are supposed to be sanded and painted by the customer or just leave them like that for racing applications. I have seen them with proper clear coat and looks a lot better (here in Chile), I presume you can do that over there with a lot better results.

[@michaeldowling6999]

Maybe it is my imagination, but you seem a lot happier in your videos these past few months.

[@dougpilkington1481]

I’ve been using KC GSF for months....stuff is fantastic!

[@Jeeper1378]

What do you use for ratios? I was told by TRC 4 oz in the IK9. Says 20 ml in the cannon whereas Matt used the typical 150. Also bucket? Just bought some and cant wait to try it... ty

[@abdullah_fardm.9725]

6:35 That's size bottle is excellent. I've bought bigger bottles before, and regretted it.

[@plorwax]

Matt, since you’re going all out on a custom funnel, you should get them made that actually screws into your mtm foam cannon and another one for your spray bottles. Like the Motivx oil funnels that specifically screws into engine oil caps. They don’t move around and liquid flows down much faster.

[@tj1470]

Having watched multiple videos that you've posted, I can safely say that I like how informative your videos are. You clearly do your research and have a passion for what you do. I bought my 2 latest pressure washers (Kranzle & Active 2.0) and snow foam cannons, purely due to your recommendation. What makes some of these videos unbearable is how snarky and negative you are. If you're doing what you love, why be a douche about it. I'm not trying to be mean or negative, just giving my honest opinion. Please don't alienate potential viewers or customers by being obnoxious. We get it, you know what you're doing and you've done a lot of research. You know the right people and you attend all the right events. I've noticed that when you have other people in your videos, your videos are completely different BUT when you're alone... man oh man, it's a bit much. You're better in this video. Some of the other videos I've had to either skip through much of the commentary or just skip to the conclusion part. Please don't take this in the wrong way because you really do know your stuff. The detailing space and car industry needs you and your knowledge. It's just a bit of constructive criticism. I don't mean any offence, just being honest Sir

[@wayniac34]

Have you gotten your hands on Bilt Hamber yet? Been playing with their Foam, Auto Wash, Wheel Cleaner, and Surfex HD. Heads and shoulders better than everything I've ever used. I hope you decide to vet them and carry their line. Motorplast is legit. Used it once about 6 weeks ago on my daily driver and my engine bay still looks great. All areas look brand new without being super shiny. Hyper Dressing can't compete at all except for pricing. Thanks for the video!

[@ObsessedGarage]

Not yet, but I'm sure I will.

[@JordanWells]

All the Bilt Hamber stuff is unreal good!

[@TheNuclearBolton]

3:00AM and listening to good ole Matt. Nothing feels better. I love the subtlety of washing cars, it’s so therapeutic. Btw, if you need a computer programmer for anything , let me know. I’m a programming major with a sprinkle of networking and e-commerce.

[@markmann3869]

Matt. Maybe dont shoot a video when you're in a fowl mood. Just an opinion from a subscriber and supporter.

[@Staypretending]

I love it. He was just say something he felt. Nothing wrong at all with that.

[@TenTenthsRacing]

@@Staypretending I agree, its unfiltered, raw.

[@ccwnyc5671]

Appreciated the interior shot. It's like there's no stereo at all. 🤫

[@chadbartlett8577]

49:32-53:24 old school Matt out of frame Moreman came back for a visit. Hahaha it's the slight imperfections that shows OG is no different then us little OGers.

[@ed3782]

Wish I was in the US, so I could enter to win this thing. Hands down the nicest civic I've ever seen and it's not even finished yet.

[@chasec9197]

Lol. This car already looks spotless! It doesn't need washing...

[@jdmfresh88]

I ordered a spoon CF Ek wing back in late March barely got it last Friday and the clear has all these swirls and chips/cracks I was a bit disappointed but after doing some research they recommend sanding it down and spraying high quality clear coat on it before install kinda ridiculous in my opinion since spoon charges soo much for Carbon parts you would think they would spray high quality clear and make sure it’s perfect before sending it out

[@Musashi_XIV]

'There's a place for great to just a much smaller place" Amen brotha work hard play hard screw all the haters everyone has their own taste.🙏💪

[@clow242]

Any updates on the OG pressure washer?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I need to call the guy about it.

[@Consolethumbs]

Seen him slip at 36:22 with the reebox on looks like he’s going back to the nikes lol.

[@tbh8283]

36:20

[@robinlantigua8141]

"Interview of the human that owns the car!.... LOL... " Love wash and talk!!.

[@darrenwilliamson2528]

Matt, did you remove the towel from the engine bay?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Yeah...I almost forgot. I did get it though.

[@lxssard]

Another great therapeutic video. Grown man civic is looking great, makes me look at civics again for sale. Might be the next 40 yr old with a civic lol. "Cars and what wheels to choose"

[@heygrego]

The reason people recommend only meeting company match on 401k is because 401ks have more fees associated with them than IRAs. So, 401k only really shines when your company is matching. Beyond that you max out your IRA to enjoy the lower fees and once you've maxed that out THEN you go back and contribute over the match on your 401k. So yeah, go ahead and max out your 401k but not until you've maxed out an IRA first. ① 401k up to match ② Max out IRA ③ Max out 401k

[@ObsessedGarage]

1. Max out your 401(k). Done. 401(k)s are dirt cheap unless you have some crappy plan. Not many people are maxing any of this out that aren't phased out.

[@robfernald3397]

Don’t forget about the HSA! Pretax money to invest and no tax on the payout, best of both worlds regarding taxes. Plus You can spend the money on any unexpected health bills so it acts as a great emergency fund.

[@robertquiles8436]

All I can say thank you Matt for the inspiration. Makes me want to wash my car twice a day 😄🤣😄 crazy thumps 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@claytonhenry5827]

A good friend of mine told me that I complained too much in my career. Sine then I’ve become a much easier person to work with. There was a time when I would have moaned and complained just like Matt. Now I see how bad I was. That being said, Matt’s videos have really led me to enjoy car washing. It’s actually a fun chore.

[@hamann8070]

Nice, my Koch Chemie shipment is arriving today :)

[@denttime]

Anyone who can’t appreciate a clean civic ain’t a car guy in the first place.

[@CarsWithJR]

Gotta love a good ol Matty rant. Love it.

[@dailyDIYdude]

150mll on the GSF? Thought it was only 20ml? Maybe I missed something reading the bottle.

[@gflores7018]

I do like how you test different things and the let us know what to use , by trial an error. Thank you for your work.

[@J1Z06]

I had the chance to try Koch Chemie gsf just now. Everything You say about it is spot on!! It foams beautifully (I used 2 oz) and is very slick as car wash soap (I wasn’t exact… just dumped some in the bucket). Needless to say, I’ll be buying more of this fine product from Obsessed Garage!! I also love the tire cleaning brush that I bought from You along with the mini black wheel cleaning mitt. Everything I’ve bought from Obsessed Garage has been superb. Thanks, Matt! I hope You’re well. Jay

[@ObsessedGarage]

Yeah man! It's really good.

[@J1Z06]

@@ObsessedGarage It’s beyond that!! 😃😎.

[@LetsRewindwithCarlos]

You know it's an obsessed garage video when it takes 11 minutes to start washing the car! 🤣🤣🤣 #dialedin

[@ObsessedGarage]

Ha, ha... So true.

[@Fuzion180]

Probably been covered plenty of times but what suspension is he on? and spring rates etc just out of interest

[@ObsessedGarage]

Moton 3 Way: I'm not sure what the spring rates are.

[@Fuzion180]

@@ObsessedGarage Thanks buddy! hope to get my EM1 as clean as yours someday, carbon hood next for mine too

[@Jonathan-SZ]

This thing is crazy!!!! Its soo clean

[@PrestigeDetailingStudio]

Motorplast is my favourite product from Koch chemie at the moment.. hss good protective properties too, not just a dressing! the polishes are excellent too!

[@mylifetune]

What stereo unit you have in that Civic? it looks cool.

[@AmirAbdullah]

I’ve enjoyed almost everything from Koch so far. It’s cool we can get more stuff now in the US. Last year I couldn’t get half of what you have now.

[@zachcovington2252]

Man I was in ocala for 10 days and never found time to go see HQ Maybe next time

[@Falcostreetracer]

I use Koch-Chemie for about two years now, great products!

[@bauergraczyk8681]

I can’t wait to see the The garage you build at your house!!!

[@drizzt13dourden]

Like the vids and the lengths don't bother me a bit. Good stuff, good vid, good job!!!

[@razielrabner4066]

How is GSF compared to Adam's Car Shampoo when it comes to washing in direct sunlight? I know you should always work in the shade but I don't always have that luxury.

[@coreywagganer]

It's identical to Adam's with a similar PH. Even if it does dry on the car it will neutralize any hard water and rinse clean without reactivating. Adams's still a very good soap. However, this stuff is better.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

I've used both for a few months now. In the sun Adam's doesn't rinse off nearly as well and leaves a thin film behind that picks up road grime. GSF rinses off better in the sun but in reality neither should by be used in full direct sunlight.

[@usagimoto1423]

The 2000 Acura Integra and the prelude but I don’t know which model comes with a 1 inch bore brake master cylinder whereas the master cylinder that you have currently are smaller.

[@autorecon8744]

Hi again what was the dilution for gsf in Mtm cannon?

[@ObsessedGarage]

150mL with 600mL of water

[@losvision8891]

This car is beautiful from every angle!

[@xantonin]

Is this soap also in the bucket or only used in the foam cannon? Sorry if I missed it...

[@ObsessedGarage]

Same Gsf in both.

[@psilence0]

Mud flaps for the rear wheel wells would give it a fuller look than that awkward empty space at certain angels.

[@Patrick94GSR]

Yes exactly! That’s why I prefer having the rear mud guards on my Integra since the rear bumper is so much higher than the sides. It makes the wheel arch appear to extend farther down.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I just can't do it man. I yanked those off the same day the car arrived. I'm not a mudflap kind of guy.

[@psilence0]

@@ObsessedGarage - well... it is ur car lol. Maybe u had wack looking ones. Have u shipped for nice ones?

[@Patrick94GSR]

It’s too bad there wasn’t an OEM lip kit available like the 98-01 Integras had. It had rear bumper side extensions that would visually serve the same purpose as the mud guards, but looked way nicer. Of course with them on the mud guards can’t be used at all. Those things are pretty much unobtanium at this point.

[@shankar3950]

You guys do realize that he is not making this blog for us, it's for him self so he can look back and this and remenis about he once bought a EM1 and he spent so much in it... this guy is very arragent..it's all about him ranting and complaining about everyone and everything...useless content

[@Qfifty]

How does this stuff compare to car pro reset ? And is this a soap or a snow foam like griots surface foam and chemicals guys honey dew ?

[@ObsessedGarage]

This is better than all of them. Reset doesn't foam.

[@prashanthsiddalingaiah5914]

Koch chemie GS Apc vs Meguiars APC? Do you like Koch better?

[@christiantovar9031]

Love all the small details the car has to it

[@wde4657]

I think the general advice is to contribute enough to your 401k to get your employer's full match, then work on filling your IRA contribution, THEN you work on maxing out the 401k. Maybe people are just wording this wrong. It takes a while to get to a place where you can put away ~$26K of your income a year.

[@ObsessedGarage]

That make very little sense to me. Just max out your 401(k). Every person I've ever met that nickel and dimes their investments also try and time and make really bad decisions. Keeping it simple is of great value.

[@wde4657]

@@ObsessedGarage Totally with you on keeping it simple. The only reason someone might want to do what I said is if the funds offered under their 401k suck. That was true of my last job. Your videos have some non-car related gold in them. Keeps things authentic I think. Keep it up!

[@ObsessedGarage]

Agree, the millisecond you separate from service or have the opportunity to roll-over and gain infinite choice inside and IRA is always preferred. That is assuming the person doesn't do a bunch of stupid stuff.

[@CHARGER08RT]

I did the del sol seat swap that All day Anthony did its nice. I also should be getting the mirrors tomorrow, I cant wait honda bro

[@eduardofolha8415]

hello, a question about the Koch Chemie Gentle Snow Foam shampoo, is it safe for all types of paint? I wanted to buy but I'm afraid that the shampoo will remove paste waxes and sealants .... What do you say about him ?!

[@ObsessedGarage]

Yep, safe for all.

[@eduardofolha8415]

@@ObsessedGarage I wash the car once a month, what dilution do you recommend for snow foam with koch-Chemie?

[@johns.8530]

Great video. I live in Germany and just started buying the Koch Chemie products. I used the GSF today but didn’t get nearly as much foam as you did. I mixed just like the instructions said so did you add extra? I put 20ml in my 1L foam gun. Any info would be appreciated.

[@ObsessedGarage]

20mL will do nothing. You need 150mL.

[@johns.8530]

Thanks. I’ll increase my ratio and give it a try.

[@mykolcarlos725]

I just got a 97 civic coupe project car! Gonna need some of your washing products

[@rafaelortiz8971]

Just keep it bro! I have a em1 as well and I plan on to pass it on to my son ones he graduates

[@domkraggp9944]

Did that car leave the factory with no ABS ? My old 1997 1500 cc ek3 came with abs , the two ek4s I owned later on also had abs

[@ObsessedGarage]

No ABS on EM1.

[@carlod545]

Obsessed Garage hey where can I get that short tube for the EGO blower?

[@carsalondetailing]

What did you create? Isn't it that you improved the products? Too bad everything is so expensive but the products are great. My opinion may indeed be wrong, for which I apologize in advance. I love washing cars and have a very nice 9 to 5 job. I work for breadcrumbs and I'm looking to do my work more efficiently. I immediately put everything that I earn from my self-employed profession into my business. The only thing I miss is an indoor garage where I can wash cars. Maybe I will rent something. Greetings Steven

[@matthewsmith5394]

Hey Matt what do you think of the graphene coating. Do you think it's worth it for a first time or is there something better

[@slape54]

are you diluting break buster 5:1 in the foam cannon?

[@ObsessedGarage]

No, straight.

[@Mike_Spina]

I still like these "shoot by yourself" vids from time to time Matt!! reminds me of the old OG days! now we just need a Wash in a thunderstorm vid LOL

[@ObsessedGarage]

I do too, but it's much more enjoyable for me to just work on the project and not have to stop every minute or two to check and move the camera.

[@Mike_Spina]

@@ObsessedGarage oh ya for sure 100%!! thanks for the reply Matt!

[@usagimoto1423]

Is that meguiars hyper dressing or your own

[@KiranPatel-fk1pg]

It's Koch chemie motorplast

[@usagimoto1423]

@@KiranPatel-fk1pg thanks bro

[@WXIT]

Does Mosmatic plugs and quick connects are really better than the MTM?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Ha, ha... Yes!

[@WXIT]

@@ObsessedGarage Thank you, i'm planning to check for the upgrade parts.

[@Strattos4]

Re the knockers and the tools, this is the issue I hate with social media - don't get me wrong, I'm glad you're doing these videos, especially the Wash 'n Talks - but it's not like they're paying to follow you or watch your videos. Just don't watch if you're not happy with what you're seeing - shows even more stupidity continually watching something you don't like....anyway, rant over. Thanks for another Wash and Talk.

[@JH-xk2ko]

Hey Matt, I've just searched through your videos to find out what dilution you are using Brake Buster at. The video was from Aug 19, are you still using 1:1 water:Brake Buster? Lastly, What are you using in the spray bottle for the tyres? Thanks in advance J

[@ObsessedGarage]

I just use it straight up.

[@cannonsloan2783]

Matt have you tried the auto fanatic wheel cleaner in a foam cannon? It seems like now that you don't have to use it in the ik foamer it might appeal to you more.

[@Jeeper1378]

Stuffs amazing in a cannon... last a LONG time.

[@rubenske091]

love the info you mentioned GOLD>.THANKS

[@jeffschilling8323]

What is in the red spray bottle he is spraying as he dries the car?

[@Carlos.Rivera]

BeadMaker

[@Matt_SC1]

Have you seen the Active VE52 pressure washer? (It’s also the branded under CAT) Is wash bay 3.0 on hold because of the garage?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I'm familiar. Yes, it will be on hold for now.

[@Jeeper1378]

Same manufacturer he talked to about a OG brand PW. I have it and its a great budget PW.

[@alfredolozano695]

Why dont we ever seem Matty dry wheels.... im guessing EGO blowing is good enough?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I usually cut the camera off before I dry them.

[@alfredolozano695]

@@ObsessedGarage ahh gotcha do you use any sort of drying aid or just wipe them off.

[@dave3952]

With 2 coats of Exo v4 on a set of winter wheels(in Canada). Would you re coat them every season?

[@bgzz5146]

The tire dressing smells so damn good that I want to drink it when I use it 😂

[@matthewsmith5394]

Smells better than it tastes. Don't ask lmao

[@Patrick94GSR]

DON’T DO THAT! 😂

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

My Koch Chemie for dressing the motor Motor blast will be arriving next week. Amazing product.

[@Romu1us]

Which towels are the orange ones used for bead maker?

[@ObsessedGarage]

www.obsessedgarage.com/products/drying-aid-towel

[@Romu1us]

@@ObsessedGarage Thanks OG!!

[@alterego467]

Btw. if you‘re looking for an excellent spray sealant as a topper, check out ADBL Synthetic Spray Wax. - Very hydrophobic and durable - Nice self cleaning effect -Smells nice and a adds a little bit of slickness but it‘s not as slick as Bead Maker by far tbh.

[@Audittr2108]

I think QS is the one with a little protection and QF is just a detailer.

[@achkc]

I wonder if this guy is grateful for anything.

[@samla2404]

Man, I love how you think and what you've achieved so far - Bravo to you sir. This is the perfect image where i'd love to see myself in 10 years or so. Question sir: Would you kindly brake down a plan of action on what to do to get to where you are. I'd really appreciate any feedback from you. Thaks and God Bless

[@usagimoto1423]

Is it possible to make a hose attachment for that blower?

[@Patrick94GSR]

Everyone else in winter: dang it would be nice to be able to wash the car indoors. Florida: it’s nice to be able to wash outside during winter. 😂😂

[@JordanWells]

How did motorplast do? Did you end up having to level?

[@ObsessedGarage]

It worked pretty much the same as HyperDressing. The Civic engine bay wasn't the best trial. It's a bit too simple and there is no plastic. I'll test it more. I did need a few areas to level, but it was simple and worked well.

[@taylorking4534]

good advice. also this civic is magnificent

[@QantonisQ]

Shoe placement? Not a bad idea at all, hehe! Reebok (owned by Adidas) are pretty vfm shoes, I wear them a lot! PS: The Civic is looking do damn good man! I wish the hood was painted but... yeah, I truly understand what you said about paint shops.

[@jacksmyth3658]

Matt NEEDS to try technicians choice 582 ceramic detail spray. Has blown up here in the west coast

[@mwahlert]

Did you ever get around to explaining your thoughts on the Roth IRA in another video?