Competition Pack EDC Shocks on 08 M3

[rallybird]

If I pick up a set of Comp Pack EDC shocks can I plug them directly into my 08 without any coding? I know the springs are different but is there any benefits to adding the Comp Pack shocks to an 08 that doesn't have the same software as the later cars?

I currently have a set of BC Coilovers that came on my car. I'm looking for a more stock feel and all of the EDC components are still intact, I just need the shocks.

Thanks!

[Richbot]

Yes

[Evolve Automotive]

Originally Posted by rallybird

If I pick up a set of Comp Pack EDC shocks can I plug them directly into my 08 without any coding? I know the springs are different but is there any benefits to adding the Comp Pack shocks to an 08 that doesn't have the same software as the later cars?

I currently have a set of BC Coilovers that came on my car. I'm looking for a more stock feel and all of the EDC components are still intact, I just need the shocks.

Thanks!

Have you tried making adjustments to the BC coilovers?

[lutfy]

Originally Posted by rallybird

If I pick up a set of Comp Pack EDC shocks can I plug them directly into my 08 without any coding? I know the springs are different but is there any benefits to adding the Comp Pack shocks to an 08 that doesn't have the same software as the later cars?

I currently have a set of BC Coilovers that came on my car. I'm looking for a more stock feel and all of the EDC components are still intact, I just need the shocks.

Thanks!

And you need EDC coding for Comp package to take advantage of the dynamic mode in sport.

Lutfy

[rallybird]

Originally Posted by Evolve-US

Have you tried making adjustments to the BC coilovers?

My main issue isn't really the ride. Somewhere in the front they're making a popping noise. Kinda sounds like coil bind but I adjusted the spring pressure and made sure all the bolts are tight. It's not all the time. I usually hear it at low speeds.

[rallybird]

Thanks for the help Richbot and Lutfy.

[My Schnell]

I retro fitted the ZCP pack struts and went with Dinan stage III suspension. I did code the car for the ZCP struts though. It's been about 20K miles and I love it!

[PandaM3]

If it's pre lci you may need to do more than just zcp coding... I think you may need the full zcp wire harness.

Otoh if you want to retain full edc functionality just get a set of Bilstein B16 coilovers... that utilize Bilstein shocks that plug into the edc system.

I think I just saw a post with someone selling a used set.

[rallybird]

Good info, thanks.