BMW Control Arm Replacements & Upgrades for BMW 3 Series E30 (1984-1991)

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Control arms, and their integrated ball joints, are some of the most crucial components on a BMW suspension. The control arms literally control the wheel and suspension as they go through their range of motions. They do more than just keep the alignment in a constant spec - they are a vital locating component for the suspension itself. A faulty or worn control arm or ball joint is a very dangerous and potentially life-threatening problem so make sure they are inspected and replaced at regular intervals.

Most control arms for BMWs consist of an inner and outer ball joint made of plastic, rubber, Delrin, or metal and covered in grease with a rubber boot to seal it from the outside. The ball joint rotates and spins as the control arm goes through its movements and that will wear the ball joint and make it loose. The grease inside the housing can also get used up, evaporate, or become contaminated from moisture and foreign particles. As the ball joint becomes worn it can result in excess movement within the housing. Your steering and handling will become less precise and there is usually a light clunking or clicking sound. In rare and extreme cases the ball joint can separate from the control arm completely, leading to a total loss of suspension and steering control. You should have the ball joint play checked annually and replace them every 3-4 years. Most track organizations will not allow a car if they are older than three years.

Control arms also take abuse from impacts and handling forces. Aluminum control arms will generally bend and prevent an accurate alignment. Steel control arms will crack and fracture and require close inspection annually and replacement every 3-4 years.

We sell OE BMW, OEM, and performance upgrade control arms from proven manufacturers. The control arm is so important to a BMW suspension that we insist on only top quality brands and designs and will never sell a control arm based on price alone. We also have upgrade packages with superior designs and better bushing options and we have bundled these together with valuable package savings.

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Genuine BMW - Corporate Logo
T#:6683676
Part#: 31121130781
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$ 1,188.99

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Taken from the later production E30 M3s, this aluminum control arm is very lightweight compared to their steel counterparts. Left side
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T#:7078
Part#: 11781721039
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Genuine BMW Lambda-Probe Bracket -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30

Fits BMW Engines including:
M20

Febi Steel Front Control Arm - Right - E30
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Febi - Corporate Logo
T#:381926
Part#: 31121127726
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$ 178.99

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Built from durable steel to original specifications, this arm includes both the inner and outer ball joints pre-pressed into place.

Febi - Corporate Logo
T#:55965841
Part#: 2227287
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$ 9.99 USD
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This Febi front lower control arm bushing is the perfect factory-grade solution to tighten up your front suspension.

URO Suspension Kit - E30
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T#:593536
Part#: E308PCKIT
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$ 238.99 USD
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Comes with everything needed to refresh the front end!
Front Control Arm Bushings - Pair
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T#:594507
Part#: 31129058931
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Anytime that you replace your front control arms (which should be often), you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it's hard to tell if you're bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed when removed. These bushings have the hole in the center and came standard on the 318i/325i.

For convenience, we carry the steel bushing carrier brackets (part# TSU9995PB3) with new hardware which will save you downtime caused by pressing out the old bushings and pressing in the new bushings.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1984-1991 E30 BMW 318i 318is 318ic 325e 325es 325i 325ic 325is

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Front Control Arm Bushings - Pair
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T#:373156
Part#: 31129058931
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Front end shimmy? Time for a control arm bushing service.
Steel Front Control Arm - Left
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Febi - Corporate Logo
T#:381925
Part#: 31121127725
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This heavy-duty steel lower control arm from Febi matches factory specifications, providing an excellent refresh for your daily driver.

Front Control Arm Bushing Kit - Pair
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T#:373154
Part#: 31129058815
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Kit of 2 control arm bushings

Front Axle Mount Set
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T#:57616345
Part#: 31129058931
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Over time, factory rubber control arm bushings degrade, crack, and soften due to exposure to road debris, oil, and endless suspension cycles.
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T#:16873844
Part#: 31129058815
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$ 35.34 USD
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Get your chassis back to peak driving dynamics with this original-equipment supplier front lower control arm bushing set from Lemförder.