So I got my Thermal Mod today and installed it. Obviously it didn't come with the memory pads since mine shipped before that debacle.
HOWEVER, I checked as best as I could and the memory pads seemed to be hitting the chips. I didn't open it to completely check but there were no gaps that I could see. Brandon shipped me the pads for memory today. I'll check it again when I get them.
As for the mod install, the fan wire that sits at the end of the device is impossible to get off. I almost broke the clip trying. I gave up and just did the mod without disconnecting it. Seriously be careful doing this. The side fan connector was easy to remove however.
Temps are, the same on the core so that means I did it right I think. Time will tell.