Need new pads for the M5 (e39), any reccomendations?

[Rog B]

Whilst driving home from work yesterday the "Check brake linings" message came up so it looks like I will have to invest in some new pads fairly soon.
I have checked the discs and they appear to be ok, however I will get a second opinion later today.
Also on another note, has anyone on here DIY'd this before? I've changed brakes in a few cars so it doesn't deter me from doing it myself (weather permitting), I'd just like to know if I need and special equipment or if it'sa a major hassle because it's an "M"?

[DVandrews]

Rog B said:

Whilst driving home from work yesterday the "Check brake linings" message came up so it looks like I will have to invest in some new pads fairly soon.
I have checked the discs and they appear to be ok, however I will get a second opinion later today.
Also on another note, has anyone on here DIY'd this before? I've changed brakes in a few cars so it doesn't deter me from doing it myself (weather permitting), I'd just like to know if I need and special equipment or if it'sa a major hassle because it's an "M"?

The pad/disk setup is very conventional and you should have no difficulty is changing the pads, the usual caveats apply WRT supporting the caliper , monitoring the master cylinder when pushing the pistons back etc. Personally I have used EBC Red stuff which I have subsequently been told are rubbish , although they work just fine, with apparently excellent bite, low noise and low dust. Your mileage may vary.

Dave

Edited by DVandrews on Wednesday 6th October 09:05

[StreetDragster]

I have also used EBC Red Stuffs on my M5 with no ill effects, i actually quite liked them. I'm on some Ferodo ones now which are ok, but they don't have the brake fade handling of the red stuffs i had previously.

[humpbackmaniac]

EBC Yellow stuff's on mine. great pads.

Also when the light came on there was LOADS of pad left so dont panic but do get them changed when you can because disks are expensive.

[Rog B]

Thanks for the responses, I've taken a look at lunchtime and can easily tackle it myself going by what i've read on here and from what I can see on the car.
Ordered some Yellowstuff pads and sensors, delivered for £90, not bad if i do say so myself!
Think I'll do the rears at some point too, but I have a couple of other jobs to tackle first and fund a set of winter tyres, so not going to get too carried away just yet. :-)