Wash and Talk: E36 M3 (Techno Violet/M-Cross)

On this episode of a classic Wash and Talk, I dig into the future wash bay plans, and everything that is coming in the near future.
Also, I severely messed up the dilution ratio - I made a mistake which resulted in the numbers being off by a factor of 10, thus resulting in some pretty puny foam. I calculated 5 gallons to be 1,892 ml when it should have been 18,927 ml.
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[@dailyDIYdude]

Hey Matt just a heads up on that PIR. It’s actually what you originally thought it was man. 5 gallons is 18,927ml. It’s 18,927x.04 which equals 757ml. Bro I went WAY down this rabbit hole trust me. Also you will be perfectly fine using a 2% PIR and not 4%. I use 2% on my Tundra on every wash and she comes out CLEAN CLEAN. That would be 378ml for Touch less at a 2% PIR. Imo the product is WAY to expensive when using that particular cannon.

[@jseichhorn]

Yeah I use 3% and it cleans super well (I only bust out Touchless when it’s really dirty). I’d also question after the actual measurement is taken whether he really made it to 5 gal.

[@stephenleach4808]

Why not just use a pump sprayer? Yes I know, it takes a bit more time. No need to figure out how much volume your cannon puts out. Get that 1L pump sprayer and add 20-50mL (2%-5%) of Touchless and you are done.

[@dailyDIYdude]

@@stephenleach4808 it’s actually super easy to figure out your output and it only has to be performed once. Unless you change a portion of your wash process equipment.

[@stephenleach4808]

@@dailyDIYdude Yeah that makes sense. It seems to me that this product doesnt really need a foam cannon for application though? I realize that in terms of time, the foam cannon route would be faster. For the user who only does his own washes on his own cars once in awhile, time isnt really that big a factor. You could save using a ton of product, and it would only take a marginal increase in time if you used a pump spray?

[@dailyDIYdude]

@@stephenleach4808 yeah honestly not sure man. I’ve never owned a foaming pump sprayer tbh. I guess the cannon is easy for me because that’s what I already own and been using for years. It’s pretty satisfying to use more then anything.

[@johnmbell4642]

Hey Matt, I think the washbay is an awesome idea and project. I miss the old washbay I could only imagine how you feel. oh yeah, I’m sure you’ve taken care of it, but don’t forget about the Lugnuts have a great one as always

[@barrywakefield4942]

Hi Matt, Bilt Hamber Touchless isn’t meant to be super foamy. It is supposed to be runny and here in the UK, is always a good first step to removing dirt without touching the car, before any washing👍🏼 Great channel by the way.

[@matthewchaston1218]

This is the best Wash and Talk yet. Thank you for another great video, always learn and take away something from every video and these are no exception.

[@richardpowell723]

We are blessed a regular wash and talk A great unbeatable format. Looking forward to the next one. Thank you for another superb video 👍

[@seang3538]

If the US just used metric like the rest of the world, then this would be a piece of cake ;). I was like 75m? I was using the calculator saying what, it's 756ml's based on 5 gallons. We all aren't on camera while doing this though. ALL GOOD. Love all the wash and talks!

[@brandondarnes3699]

Love this format for wash and talks. Super excited for the wash and drive series! It’ll be cool seeing some new cars on screen.

[@23dothedew]

Can’t wait to see this wash bay come to life

[@sickjohnson]

Looking super clean Matt...wow! The car wash bay addition sounds awesome.

[@d_p_collins]

The wash bay is going to be amazing. Fantastic addition to the property, and that vacuum system - how cool is that?? I want to live there when Matt has finished with it! 🤔

[@slittcerslitt-sir7722]

Ordered a full Active 2.0 wall mount kit as my first pressure washer system from you guys and I'm super stoked! 100% worth getting the OG hex membership considering how much I've already ordered now.

[@Carlos.Rivera]

After few weeks or so, make a comment in future video how it is

[@slittcerslitt-sir7722]

@@Carlos.Rivera Will do! Still waiting on the stainless steel shelf and the steel mount for the cox reel before I can do any installation

[@Shiftheads]

@@Carlos.Rivera I've had mine over a year. Probably used about twice a week. So far so good

[@BySixa]

Really appreciate the love for John at Forensic detailing. You, him & ammo NYC are the three guys who dictate my source of information for everything detailing. Really appreciate the testing and thoughts you're sharing too

[@rayvalero8580]

Pan the Organizer too

[@BySixa]

@@rayvalero8580 can't say I'm familiar. Will have to check that channel out thanks

[@rayvalero8580]

@@BySixa bro, OG has a few videos with them collaborating

[@derrick8064]

Don't forget Brian from Apex

[@johncarnegie5358]

“Not a good test taker” all in Jest Matt, I enjoy the content. “ I am a visual learner” really more hands on myself😂😂😂😅

[@ryanellis332]

So funny seeing you do this extra step LOL…love the video and conversation..God bless you brother!

[@Ben-dv6ud]

The wash bay is going to be awesome!

[@g_aln6658]

I think your right in your situation Matt. Only use it when the cars really dirty. When I use it here in Scotland is through winter when the car is caked in road salt. Weekly I snow foam the car using Auto-foam and rinse off, thats it, no contact wash at all. Stops me from messing up the uncoated paint and the car looks pretty dam clean after it.

[@MikeGDetailing]

Thanks for the customer service rant. That was awesome. CarPro Descale may be worth looking into for decontaminating a coating to restore it back. The wash bay sounds great.

[@afhyoutube]

Matt is well on his way to concreting the entire property.

[@d_p_collins]

Plenty of room left I would say. 👍🏻

[@Jimbo-SliceGJL]

😅

[@lukegoodwin2160]

The 60fps is great, not sure why all videographers freak out and only use 24 or 30, 60 works great and 99% of people can’t tell any sort of difference, looks great though.

[@niks.9526]

Really enjoying the videos lately! Thanks!

[@michaelNtha]

Just got auto foam. Here in uk still lot of salt on roads. A 5 min soak and the car was basically clean, very impressed

[@aaronbell8527]

Very good stuff just use loads

[@TheRosebudz]

ruger LCP 2 is what I carry for hiking. So Light you can barely tell its on you. It will probably just piss a bear off though since it's a .38. Mine has a cerekote coating which is a fantastic finish

[@royaltyautodetailing]

I agree Touchless has more kick than just the auto foam has! It’s my go to for pre wash/foam. Angelwax cleanliness would be my second choice for a nice pre foam

[@sk8ordie4691]

I could be wrong but I don’t think there’s much difference in just using a slightly higher ph soap than the bilt hammer pre washes, any time I have an extra dirty car I just soak in carpro lift or citrus foam from Gtechniq before my intial rinse even your decon soap would serve the same purpose.

[@mil-specgarage55]

Wash bay is a great idea. After i saw yours before i keep thinking of ways to add one to my house.

[@alexsaucedo9358]

Can’t wait to see a new MTM Foam Canon

[@bgzz5146]

I calculated 5 gallons is 18972 ml them times .04 and I got 758 ml in foam cannon for the 4% pir. Am I wrong?

[@jayrev11]

You’re right. Math error on his part.

[@WoodWerksUSA]

Yup 1000ml/l not 100

[@80six30]

Hey Matt , don’t forget to tighten the loose wheel nut. You’re Welcome

[@ObsessedGarage]

I did forget. Thanks for reminding me. Done!

[@Brodesky]

I like the OG tire dressing, hope it doesn't go away anytime soon!

[@LSD04]

People need to remember that 4% is the maximum dilution, you wouldn’t use a sledgehammer to put a nail in the wall, Auto Foam and Touchless work from 1-2% and work well.

[@dailyDIYdude]

I agree 100%. I use 2% on bye weekly washes and 1% on weekly washes. I’m pound to say I’m a mittless washer now.

[@whitegoodman7465]

Exactly what i do. 2 percent of auto foam. Pete hamber emailed me back regarding if ph goes down if you use a lower pir and he said it does, exact amount would be hard to determine but im guessing it would be around 9.5 ph which is exactly what you want being used every week or a few times a month, no need for more product to get 13 ph.

[@ItsRyan.]

Wash bay will be insane! I can’t wait to watch the videos building that out, As long as possible please!! Also on a side note with tyre dressings, I’ve really been enjoying using Koch Chemie PSS with a simple microfibre applicator, Few sprays and it goes on so effortless. Would love to see what you think of it

[@Tonybologne805]

Don’t even worry Francis, I ordered the Stubby on Black Friday and I am not even trippin. I paid for the old and will be getting the newest model. I’ll take the $1,000 dollar gift card 😂

[@cardo1111]

Always a good vid watching you do what you love to do and sharing your thoughts.

[@JB-E36]

Love the matching purple shorts man.

[@willjam465]

Was thinking the same. Techno Violet shorts to match the techno violet E36. Nice touch.

[@1kontrabida]

Just a piece of advise Matt don''t talk about the negative comments rather talk about the good comments and something positive and exciting. Giving time to negativity simply fuels them to post negative coz they know they'll gonna get a shout out lol!

[@timkinley1779]

It's worth it if we get a Matty-rant.

[@plasticbmw]

I can't wait til the summer so I can enjoy the washing more....I'm jealous of Florida weather

[@deltabravo6613]

Don’t move, we’re full

[@ultanwoods]

Love the wash and talks. Bilt Hamber Autofoam and Touchless don't really foam much because of the dilution ratios but they are very effective as a pre wash product.

[@dailyDIYdude]

It actually foams really well when the correct solution is added 😂😂

[@ultanwoods]

@@dailyDIYdude He did the correct solution

[@dissaver]

You're right. I've been using auto foam for years and it is an amazing pre wash. It doesn't foam alot by design.

[@timkinley1779]

@@dissaver Amazing? Come on man. Good, maybe even great. But "amazing" is just too over-the-top.

[@jeffc6832]

They don't foam much because the foam is not intended to cling. It is designed to run off the surface, carrying dirt down with it.

[@INumba1Stunna]

33:20 Well here is the good thing about you washing your cars so often. When you do try out new methods / products, at least you learn easily what to correct for the next time when trying to perfect that wash to your style. 53:45 This conversation you talk about, with the one guy in your dms, about the customer service ... is sooo funnyyy. 😂😂 I swear that crap goes down in places like Walmart or the movie theatres so often, all while there's a giant line just looking on and waiting to be served also. 🧐😂 And you just hear people going in circles of what they're mad about, and nothing is being solved. Btw, Great lookin E36! 😎

[@croomrider9785]

I love living in Florida, but when that sun is out I gotta hustle to get my truck clean🤣 my truck is too big to fit in my garage so I gotta wash it outside. I would love to ride mtb with ya one day! I go to alafia a lot and santos every once in a while.

[@mhalferty8]

That new side cabinet array is pretty sick. Need to catch up on OG content

[@Ministeroffresh]

Watching Matt manuvur that hose makes we curious when he is going to bring on or try the detail guards hose guides- in OG Blue. I'm shocked he doesn't already have them, an absolute game changer. I can't ever go back🤣

[@ObsessedGarage]

I've tried using those things. I don't like them.

[@derrick8064]

I love wash and talk

[@Redmon05]

Question: Why did Matt get his numbers wrong? Answer: He’s visual. He’s a visual learner.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Ha, ha...

[@LKN4WAR]

Sounds like potential good news, long overdue for MTM to get into the 21st century and update that narrow ass bottle. I will then buy one at that point.

[@zorankarabeleski392]

1 US gallon =3.8L 3.8L X 6 gallons=22.8L 22.8L=22800ml 22800ml x4%=912ml

[@PabloConcrete]

Hey Matt! Could we get The Stubby Guy to phone in on next live podcast, please? That would be funny!

[@moisesperez3693]

Finally, the old Matt . Long video Mattie

[@nigelnewcombe6702]

I don't bother foaming when the car only has light dirt, I don't really see the point, jet washing here will remove most of the light dust. When the car is really dirty the foaming seems to help get as much dirt off as possible before touching the car, this approach seems to be more popular in the UK. I think streamlining the wash process is important and not to waste product when it isn't really doing anything of benefit.

[@UaeDelta]

Lmao, the customer service in general in the US is far beyond perfect, not sure why people still complain man. I always enjoy shopping from US vendors, they should live out of the US for 1 year, just one year, they will be more grateful.

[@ecw305982010]

Love the vids, keep it up!

[@VikasGiri1986]

This car looks better every video.

[@greganderson5981]

I saw this video at 1:26 minutes and was like, "Well I'll just skip thru it." Watching the whole thing and I don't feel guilty.

[@MegaSturrup]

Love a good wash and talk

[@kenmartin756]

Matt, are those techno-violet shorts you are wearing?

[@danielwatts9803]

e36 Techno w/all leather Modena interior is the rarest combo...

[@Malmoe4]

I spotted a Vonixx product 1:24:39 👀I am from Brazil, so I love to see that! I am curious to see your opinion because it is the primary brand used around here and I enjoy their products a lot. Greetings from Rio de Janeiro

[@Malmoe4]

Oh, I got excited and commented before I saw that you mentioned it haha. I still would like to hear your opinion on it tho!

[@asphaltspecialties]

When you do the pole barn I hope you hire someone that will be good on camera to explain the spray foam insulation

[@cheyne_clk500]

Instead of getting caught up in PIR’s and all that crap why not just use carpro Lift instead. Just mix it 1:9 and you can’t go wrong

[@SukSquezeBangBlo]

Wash and talks are the best. When might we see a new MTM foam canon ? Just purchased the Griots Garage one to try.

[@ObsessedGarage]

In the next month or so.

[@paulsanchez4141]

These are the best

[@jtm1979]

You should put 100% solution to that bottle. Finally proper prewashing 😅

[@thatguy1119]

1 liter is a 1000ml ;)

[@SIat]

Would it be more economical to dilute Touchless in a Marolex pump sprayer? I’m assuming the PIR would require much less soap since you only have to worry about the solution in the bottle instead of added water from a pressure washer?

[@ObsessedGarage]

It probably would.

[@DOCRUZ85]

michelle gonna love the rivan so much she will leave the raptor

[@mrp510]

Beautiful car other than 1 thing. It's got a friggin Sunroof.

[@davidtagarda]

60 frames looks good

[@zorankarabeleski392]

The Master of Wash and Talk The rest just ramble on with the aid of 5 cans of Red Bull

[@pmrdpak]

Can you clay over a ceramic coating to remove road grime without affecting the coating ??

[@ObsessedGarage]

You can, but you run the risk of scratching.

[@chrisdavidson7711]

Hi Matt, What's up with the stains on the fence between you and the road. Not very clean!! My guess is it is not yours... Can you clean it anyway?

[@ObsessedGarage]

It's iron in the water from sprinklers. Not much you can do about it.

[@chrisdavidson7711]

@@ObsessedGarage Makes sense…Pay Ryan to paint it once a month. Love the new content!

[@basketball798]

Hey Matt why don't you add multiple wash mitts while washing your cars? I think it will make it much easier for you. I use 3 mitts and it's so much better imo. Great video btw

[@timkinley1779]

He uses two now. One for the wheels and one for the body.

[@ObsessedGarage]

In order to make any difference, you'd need to use 12+.

[@basketball798]

@@ObsessedGarage lol that's funny. Just try it I'm telling you it's better

[@e92catt]

@@basketball798 Maybe if he didn't know what he was doing. He does, you do not.

[@basketball798]

@@e92catt you should try it to and come back and tell me how great it is. There are plenty of ways to wash a car correctly

[@luizfl]

Awesome. What product you used to finish the wheels clean at rotors for not rust ? Did leave the product or remove after ? Thanks

[@ObsessedGarage]

It was Bilt Hamber Atom Mac. You spray it and leave it.

[@luizfl]

@@ObsessedGarage you not sell it ?

[@fishbowl7098]

1 gallon equals 3.8 liters

[@stevelafara6953]

Why not just use one Kranzzle with DI water when foaming when the suns out? You don’t need 4 gal a minute to foam the car. Just because you have it doesn’t mean you have to use it.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Good point. It's hard to go back now.

[@zachp1604]

Matt, you better be getting a Staccato or some other OG equivalent haha!

[@ObsessedGarage]

I got a Wilson Combact SFX9 and Daniel Defense AR10.

[@zachp1604]

@@ObsessedGarage that's freaking awesome

[@timkinley1779]

Why not just use one pressure washer to initially apply foam? Then use both for the rinse.

[@johnwalters878]

You can if you are not using the CR Spotless. It can’t flow 4 GPM and remain 0 TDS

[@swoodles]

Hey Matt. What step ladder do you recommend? thanks!

[@ObsessedGarage]

I always end up buying Werner ladders, but I've never done any homework on which one to get.

[@hermansillem]

Hi Matt, 1L is 1000 ml, not 100 ;) So 22L is 22.000 ml

[@sk80soarus]

How about trying Gyeon FOAM? Great foaming pre wash.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I used that when it first came to the US. It's not good.

[@trapcracker]

Who knew the 4% rule applied to panel impact ratios too?

[@johncarnegie5358]

😅😅😅

[@improvedgarage]

im watching you do math, my guess is 800ml, i think i needed 400ml with a single k1322 and a 1.25

[@Seekonemedia]

i suddenly feel the urge to wash my car while watching this video

[@jesseplummer2865]

Are you using atom Mac straight or diluted? If diluted what ratio are you using?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Straight

[@viewfield5]

​@@ObsessedGarage use it at 5% here for brake rotors and works brilliantly.

[@EnPeeSee]

Curious what an OG-spec handgun would be. Maybe a Staccato with an X300T and an RMR?

[@timkinley1779]

Kimber or Springfield.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I bought a Wilson Combat SFX9.

[@timkinley1779]

@@ObsessedGarage I just got a dose of reality. Sometimes we need a reminder. I'll be going down the bunny hole shortly on that gun as I am completely unfamiliar with it.

[@stephenleach4808]

I am genuinely curious why someone would need a handgun to go on a hike?

[@garrettkoonsman5256]

If you’re a 1911/2011 guy then yes, Staccato. If you’re a Glock guy I love Shadow Systems. My MR920 with a TLR-1 and RMR is fantastic.

[@beansRuns]

Matt, I don’t recommend keeping guns at the Georgia house. Opens you up to a world of liabilities. If you want one just for yourself, get a Florida concealed carry permit so you can travel with it legally without issues.

[@ObsessedGarage]

No guns will be there. Just for me.

[@beansRuns]

@@ObsessedGarage that’s what I thought you meant. Just making sure.

[@23dothedew]

So much room for error with these calculations. I’ve seen multiple people mess it up. Just make it easier for the consumer.

[@timkinley1779]

It is simple to make things complicated. And complicated to make things simple.

[@wd8005]

Make it easier? That’s what most manufacturers already does with their soaps. Put some random dilution numbers such as 1:10 on the instructions and boom done, not every pressure washer is the same so not everyone gets the same results even if they follow the dilutions ratio in the instructions.

[@johnwalters878]

Is this new rust inhibitor better than hyde’s?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I'm not quite sure yet.

[@dtna]

That's why I hate dealing with the public. It comes with the territory.

[@JonasWindey]

22 liters is 22.000 milliliters, not 2.200

[@warlok9]

Sounds like your customer you spent time complaining about wanted updated more frequently. Completely understandable. If you let him sit on his order for weeks at a time with no updates or communication just because you had "nothing to tell him" that's not cool. Probably what he meant, because every time you translated what he was saying it sounded like he wanted better communication. There's nothing worse as a customer when you order something, then you don't get the product and you don't get an explanation and weeks go by. Then you call and they company says "should ship in a couple weeks but we are out of stock currently". Then a month goes by and crickets. The company should communicate on any standing orders frequently. If you don't want to deal with that part of customer service, don't take orders on out of stock items

[@ObsessedGarage]

Nah...it was entitlement. I don't do entitlement.

[@emptybeerkann]

Lol after you fixed the grass you're gonna dig it all up again

[@ObsessedGarage]

Yeah....I was thinking the same thing. We are going to skin it and repurpose it.

[@marcjarvis3975]

Matt, your maths is way off! You’ve worked out the total amount expelled as only 1.892 litres 😂

[@aaronbell8527]

Wish a was a few quid behind matt😢

[@Jamie-Evo]

Its 18,000ml not 1800ml. You read the calculator wrong

[@MarcusVisuals]

52:16 hahaha he was probably Indian 😂

[@aaronbell8527]

Is a 1.1 orifice better

[@ObsessedGarage]

The orifice size is dependent on your pressure washer's output. A 1.1 is for crappy, low flow pressure washers.

[@aaronbell8527]

@@ObsessedGarage thanks mate what comes standard in the snow foam cannon

[@paulsanchez4141]

Your staying otherwise your wife will be so mad 😂

[@christophebuisson7536]

1 gal, 3.75 l

[@Jeeper1378]

Why the science project? Why don’t they use standard dilutions?

[@wd8005]

Not every pressure washer is the same so even if Bilt Hamber use the standard dilution everyone would get different results. Remember the Pressure Washer is diluting it more with water so whatever solution is on the foam lance will get diluted further.

[@JustinHerbertTD]

Are you supposed to dilute brake buster?

[@dfbsgarage]

It wasn't designed to be diluted, although it can be if you want. Most people who complain about Brake Buster lacking ultimate cleaning ability are the ones who are also diluting it. From my point of view, you may as well just use soap if you are going dilute Brake Buster.

[@JustinHerbertTD]

@@dfbsgarage ok cool, I don’t dilute it. Just making sure I’m using it correctly

[@dfbsgarage]

@@JustinHerbertTD 10:1 is the most common dilution, at that strength it really struggles to clean tires. I stick to undiluted and have never had to question it's cleaning ability, for both wheels and tires. I even use it to clean my lawn mower!

[@JustinHerbertTD]

@@dfbsgarage thank you!

[@dfbsgarage]

@@JustinHerbertTD My pleasure.

[@mcdoob]

Personally I think the wash bay is too big

[@timkinley1779]

If he was using it as a washbay only, then maybe. But since he'll use it as additional parking spaces, the dimensions make sense.