Possible fake brake pads - Padgid RS29

[hoganscrogan]

Just received some RSL29 for my M2 after a Castle Combe track day in which the standard pads were rubbish!

Purchased from a seemingly reputable website (avoided ebay) and received two boxes yesterday- front and rears. However the boxes had been opened with the hologram security seal broken and bits of ripped cardboard stuffed in as packing. They 'seem' OK but never purchased before so a bit nervous - before I kick off here are some pictures for anyone who has used these pads. Legit? Anyone got pictures of one they have received?

Fronts are made in USA rears state made in Germany - front pad brake material seems much rougher and open pore than rear pad material with rear material about 2-3mm thinner than front. Thanks for your hive mind!

Edited by hoganscrogan on Thursday 2nd July 08:49

Edited by hoganscrogan on Thursday 2nd July 08:50

Edited by hoganscrogan on Thursday 2nd July 08:57

[hoganscrogan]

Cheers- yes I've already messaged Pagid, will let you know what/if I hear from them.

[hoganscrogan]

Retailer just got back to me and they open boxes and take picture before dispatch...

"This is due to the fact that the boxes have been opened by us prior to shipping.
We open and inspect all items before sending, we also pad out the boxes where possible to try and eliminate any damage happening during transit. (we use recycled material for this)

This is the picture taken of your pads prior to packing.

This way we can guarantee they left us in perfect condition.

We carry out this process to ensure claims can be made with couriers if any damage occurs during transit.

Looking at the picture we took I can see what you mean about the visual material difference, I'm sure the compound will be correct it just looks like the final finish is more course on the front pads.
I can email Pagid with this query if you like? "

[hoganscrogan]

Cheers mate - will be following Pagids bedding in for sure! Looks like mine are legit at least.

This was me (and son) with the standard pads at Castle Combe - judder after one decent lap

[hoganscrogan]

Mark83 said:

Coincidentally I had some arrive this week for my M4 from MS Motorsport (great price and quick delivery). Box was sealed and pads very well packed from the factory in foam.

Cheers Mark, your back plate yellow spray and friction material look same as my fronts, foam packing was all there plus bits of cardboard! Supplier was actually really helpful and all appears to be legit! Next trackday not until early sept so will let you all know how the Rs29's do.

I liked my photoshop number plate so much I've ordered 'DUUUUUH' from showplates so I can be anon on track. I'm a total nob I know. Hopefully the new pads will mean no rage face.

Edited by hoganscrogan on Friday 3rd July 08:29

[hoganscrogan]

Fitted the Pagid RS29's to my M2 comp - suuuper easy, surprisingly simple job. Took me about an hour and a half to do all four corners. Bedded pads in Sunday as per Pagid's website and they feel good, no squeaking!

The standard BMW pads I took off have a much smaller friction material patch and displayed some very minor chunking/chips but still have lots of thickness (8 months old 1 track day).

[hoganscrogan]

I cable tied them but you can just refit too, backplate is same shape. The whole job was really easy and quick. I’d probably just refit when wheels come off again, cable tied based on a YouTube guide but not really necessary. Used a thin Allen key to drift out pins.

Let me know how you get on with the 29’s, which track? Have you tracked with your original factory pads?

Edited by hoganscrogan on Wednesday 8th July 00:09

[hoganscrogan]

Hope you enjoy it mate! Brakes pads are a good move - was really surprised how weak the M2's were, you can clearly see the chunking on originals and they felt rubbish on the day very quickly. Have been perfectly fine for normal driving afterwards.

My next track day is Castle Combe but not until early Sept.

First time tracking since early 2000's !!!!! time flies !!!!! I did quite a lot up north, elvingdon in particular, first in a Honda S2000 then a 996.1 - Loved that Honda, pads did well on both, rear tyres shredded on both!

Feels like I might be doing more of this as reeeally enjoyed Combe and eldest is nearly 17 and keen to join in!