Shocks w/EDC-Expensive to replace than shocks w/no EDC?

[checkmate]

Are shocks w/EDC more expensive to replace than the standard shocks with no EDC?

Also-I know that a lot of guys take out the electronic suspension controls for hard core track duty.

[mkPOTO]

On getBMWparts.com
it shows that part number:
This is the price for without EDC I assume


I assume that the EDC strut would be alittle bit more expensive but cannot seem to find the part number for a struct for edc

I know a lot of track guys prefer not to have edc because once you go coilover setup you lose what EDC is for. But if you have a car with one you will have ot buy a module or have it coded to turn it off

[mkPOTO]

Found the part number for the EDC strut, it looks like it is double the price for non edc strut

[kyleb350]

Yikes. Looks like if the EDC struts go out, it might be time to go with coilovers.

[checkmate]

Holy smokes! That just made my decision not to get the EDC even stronger..

[jpjp]

I have a set of non-EDC shocks with 1500 miles if someone wants to stock up on spares!! $520 for everything!!

[mkPOTO]

Originally Posted by kyleb350

Yikes. Looks like if the EDC struts go out, it might be time to go with coilovers.

thats my plan

[mkPOTO]

Originally Posted by checkmate

Holy smokes! That just made my decision not to get the EDC even stronger..

are you planning on tracking the car?

[checkmate]

Originally Posted by mkPOTO

are you planning on tracking the car?

Yes-at least once a year providing my budget and more importantly my wife permits

[mkPOTO]

Originally Posted by checkmate

Yes-at least once a year providing my budget and more importantly my wife permits

EDC is nice to have, I did my first event with the EDC and it was nice to be able to adjust to the way I drove on the track. I plan on buying a set of coilovers shortly and edc was something nice to have until then

[Brainofjjj]

I heard a rumor that Dinan was coming out with some EDC compatible coilovers.
No details yet that i'm aware of.

I have EDC and will be doing 6-8 DE's a year. So far it's been great for a compromise but i'm sure i'll do coilovers eventually like all the other cars i've owned.

[checkmate]

I'm more concerned about the day my warranty runs out-EDC Struts are expensive to replace and it seems my brain's telling me to not opt for the EDC at this time. My car only goes into production in August-so I still have some time to make changes.

I think the more important question-is the EDC worth it for $1,000? or should I save that money for a set of track wheels/tires/brake pads?

[persian54]

if you only plan to track once a year and daily more often I'd say get EDC

I've tracked 4 times this year and will do another 5 or so more at least by the end of the year...and I'm still happy I have EDC :P

[checkmate]

I talked to David Aviles (My SA) on my purchase and he recommended to not have the EDC option considering my plans to track and possibly change the springs/shocks down the road.

The non-EDC cars come with a default Normal Setting and according to David-even with the EDC-he always puts it on Normal mode for the best lap times. In addition to that he also agreed that with EDC-customizing shocks/springs would be a pain. There is a lot of coding that goes into it.

Phew!-That's a good $1k in my pocket :-)

[persian54]

Originally Posted by checkmate

In addition to that he also agreed that with EDC-customizing shocks/springs would be a pain. There is a lot of coding that goes into it.

What coding is he referring to?


Normal is a great mode, but I love comfort mode on these crappy LA freeways

If you plan on changing the suspension, then yeah EDC is a waste.

I, however, do not :P

[checkmate]

Originally Posted by persian54

What coding is he referring to?


Normal is a great mode, but I love comfort mode on these crappy LA freeways

If you plan on changing the suspension, then yeah EDC is a waste.

I, however, do not :P

Considering these are electronic dampers/shocks-any new set up will be quite expensive to install considering the coding necessary to shut off the electronic nanny controlling the dampers. Your local indy shop will need access to BMW spec coding to do the EDC delete.

[persian54]

Originally Posted by checkmate

Considering these are electronic dampers/shocks-any new set up will be quite expensive to install considering the coding necessary to shut off the electronic nanny controlling the dampers. Your local indy shop will need access to BMW spec coding to do the EDC delete.

If you go coilover route, you'll simply need an EDC Delete module. Simple plug and play. Shops like EAS can do this without issue.

If you go a spring set up, say Dinan or Eibach, then you don't need to modify anything related to the EDC

Nonetheless though, if you do plan on changing your suspension, getting EDC is a waste of money

[FASTTOYS]

Only Once a year then go with Comp package car all the way nice set-up. Unless its a dedicated track car why spend 2k+ on coils. If you are financing the car 1000 spread out at a low interest rate less painfull than coils all paid at once. I would go EDC comp package. I love mine and BMW says its the best handling M3

EDC makes a differance.

[MaxL]

Originally Posted by checkmate

The non-EDC cars come with a default Normal Setting and according to David-even with the EDC-he always puts it on Normal mode for the best lap times.

Ok, the first part of this statement is not true. Normal mode in EDC is not equivalent to non-EDC. Shock response is continuously adjusted in EDC Normal, from very soft to very stiff, but non-EDC is always the same, so clearly they cannot be equivalent.

Regarding getting fastest lap times in Normal - I've heard that from many sources and I do prefer normal on track myself. But again, it's not equivalent to EDC. My recommendation would be get non-EDC if you plan to replace shocks and get EDC otherwise. It does make difference, even with aftermarket springs.

[Cobra848]

Originally Posted by MaxL

Ok, the first part of this statement is not true. Normal mode in EDC is not equivalent to non-EDC. Shock response is continuously adjusted in EDC Normal, from very soft to very stiff, but non-EDC is always the same, so clearly they cannot be equivalent.

Regarding getting fastest lap times in Normal - I've heard that from many sources and I do prefer normal on track myself. But again, it's not equivalent to EDC. My recommendation would be get non-EDC if you plan to replace shocks and get EDC otherwise. It does make difference, even with aftermarket springs.

Agree completely with MaxL EDC vs non-EDC. I tracked my 2011 E92 and experimented with EDC settings (my instructor drove a 2008 E92). I found the best settings for me on a less then perfectly smooth track was Normal mode and Transmission on #3 or 4. Also learned that with MDM on, it will kill your speed coming out of corners if your in the Sport mode. Seemed to bog down as if both were competing against each other. But Normal and #3 worked best on short track (<2 mi) with nine turns and slightly uneven surfaces. I'm glad I got the Comp package w/EDC!

[nemex12]

I am planning on buying an M3 but I dont know if I should put edc or not. I plan on buying 20s as soon as I get the car and I think it would need a little lowering as I opted for 18s from the factory. can I just put eibach springs on my edc suspension and would it work ok? I mean, I want to be able to have a soft ride when im cruising and a harsher ride when I go to the track(Id use my stock 18s for this). any input would be aprreciated

[Sean@PYSpeed.com]

Originally Posted by nemex12

I am planning on buying an M3 but I dont know if I should put edc or not. I plan on buying 20s as soon as I get the car and I think it would need a little lowering as I opted for 18s from the factory. can I just put eibach springs on my edc suspension and would it work ok? I mean, I want to be able to have a soft ride when im cruising and a harsher ride when I go to the track(Id use my stock 18s for this). any input would be aprreciated

If your going track, we definitely recommend KW V3 instead of springs. They would out perform the springs as springs are usually mostly cosmetic and have not much performance enhancement.

Hope this helps!