Description
BC Racing ZX coilover kit BMW M3 E90/E92 Sedan/Coupe without EDC (06-13) 6/12 kg/mm
The BC Racing ZX coilover kit M3 E92 (part number I-39-ZX) is a coilover kit adjustable in height and damping, also simply called a coilover, for the BMW M3 E90 and E92 without EDC, model years 2006 to 2013. The spring rate is 6 kg/mm front and 12 kg/mm rear.
The ZX is the 3-way coilover kit from BC Racing which, according to the manufacturer, combines the DS and the ER. It is made for competitive track work, long sessions and demanding drifting, and this version is intended for the M3 E90 and E92 without EDC.
In the upright monotube with twin piston and external reservoir, you set 20 clicks of low-speed compression, 12 clicks of high-speed compression and 30 clicks of rebound. At the front there is a 6 kg/mm spring, at the rear a 12 kg/mm one.
Key benefits
- Three separate settings: 20 clicks low-speed compression, 12 clicks high-speed compression, 30 clicks rebound.
- External reservoir: combined with a twin piston.
- Racing oil: with a very high viscosity index.
- Spring rate 6/12 kg/mm: for the M3 E90 and E92 without EDC.
- Replaceable upper mounting: with camber plates on suitable kits and optional rubber top mounts.
- Made for drifting and long sessions: and for competitive track work.
- Infinitely adjustable ride height: via the damper body.
- Rebuildable: the dampers can be rebuilt.
Suitable for
BMW M3 E90 Sedan (2006 to 2013) and M3 E92 Coupe (2007 to 2013) without EDC (electronic damper control); not for the M3 with EDC, the M3 Convertible E93 and the non-M 3 Series
- Competitive track work with an M3 without EDC
- Long sessions on track
- Demanding drifting
Technical specifications
- Manufacturer: BC Racing
- Part number: I-39-ZX
- Series: ZX, 3-way with external reservoir
- Version: for the M3 without EDC (electronic damper control)
- Spring rate front/rear: 6/12 kg/mm
- Damper design: upright monotube with twin piston and external reservoir, digressive, racing oil with a very high viscosity index
- Damping: 3-way, 20 clicks low-speed compression, 12 clicks high-speed compression, 30 clicks rebound
- Ride height: infinitely adjustable via the damper body
- Top mounts: replaceable upper mounting, camber plates on suitable kits, rubber top mounts optional
- Contents: dampers and springs front and rear, lower mounts, top mounts where applicable, adjustment spanners and warranty card with serial number
- Warranty: 1 year on manufacturing defects; noise from track use is not covered by the warranty
Fitting and delivery
The kit is vehicle-specific and replaces the original dampers and springs. We recommend having it fitted by a mechanic with experience in motorsport suspension, also for positioning the reservoirs. According to BC Racing UK, this version may require a plug-in kit to prevent an error message; feel free to ask us for advice. After adjusting the ride height, a new wheel alignment is required. The delivery time is 1 to 2 weeks as long as the manufacturer has stock. If there is no stock, you can still order and we will let you know when the kit comes in.
The BC Racing ZX kit I-39-ZX for the BMW M3 E90 and E92 without EDC has an external reservoir, 3-way adjustment and springs of 6 kg/mm front and 12 kg/mm rear.
Why choose this ZX coilover kit M3 E92?
If you want to set up your M3 without EDC in detail for the track or drifting, the ZX gives you the scope: you set slow and fast compression separately from each other, in addition to the rebound. This lets you tune the car for long sessions in which it has to keep responding predictably. The 12 kg/mm rear spring is firmer than on the BR and DS for this car.
BC Racing coilover kits for the BMW M3 E90/E92 without EDC
Overview of the BC Racing series for the BMW M3 E90/E92 without EDC supplied by Race4DriftParts, with the BC Racing part number. Spring rates in kg/mm, front/rear.
| Series | Part number | Springs f/r | Damping | Intended for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BR | I-39-BR-RA | 6/10 | 30 clicks, linear, pillowball top mounts front | Road with the occasional track day |
| DS | I-39-DS-DA | 6/10 | 30 clicks, digressive, pillowball top mounts front | Track-focused, sporty road use |
| RM | I-39-RM-MA | 8/14 | 30 clicks, digressive, synthetic oil, pillowball top mounts front | Track days, hill climbs, tarmac rally |
| ER | I-39-ER | 8/16 | 2-way, 30 clicks per direction, external reservoir | Serious track and competition use |
| ZX (this kit) | I-39-ZX | 6/12 | 3-way (20/12/30 clicks), external reservoir | Competition, long sessions, drifting |
| ZR | I-39-ZR | 8/16 | 3-way (20/12/30 clicks), external reservoir | Competitive motorsport |
For the BMW M3 E90/E92 with EDC, BC Racing has separate kits. Their part numbers start with I-13.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the BC Racing ZX and ER coilover kits for the BMW M3 E92 without EDC?
The ZX is 3-way adjustable with springs of 6/12 kg/mm, the ER 2-way with 8/16 kg/mm. With the ZX you set the compression separately for low and high speed. Both have an external reservoir and are made for serious track use.
Do I need the BC Racing ZX kit I-39 or I-13 for my M3 E90/E92?
Without EDC the I-39-ZX, with EDC the I-13-ZX. For the I-13, BC Racing prescribes an EDC delete kit that BC Racing itself does not sell. An EDC button on the centre console usually indicates EDC; if in doubt, send us your chassis number.
Is the BC Racing ZX coilover kit suitable for drifting with an M3 E92?
Yes, BC Racing names demanding drifting as one of the applications of the ZX, alongside competitive track work and long sessions. The ZX coilover kit M3 E92 gives you 3-way adjustment and an external reservoir for this.
Does the BC Racing ZX coilover kit I-39 fit the M3 Sedan, Coupe and Convertible?
The Sedan and Coupe yes, the Convertible no. The kit is released for the M3 E90 Sedan and M3 E92 Coupe without EDC; the M3 Convertible E93 has separate BC Racing kits.
What is the delivery time of the BC Racing ZX coilover kit for the M3 without EDC?
The delivery time is 1 to 2 weeks as long as the manufacturer has stock. If the kit is temporarily out of stock, you can still order it and we will let you know the delivery date.
Delivery outside the European Union: different shipping costs may apply. Don’t worry: we will email you as soon as possible after your order and agree the shipping with you. You are not committed to anything without your consent.






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