BMW Control Arm Replacements & Upgrades for BMW E36 (1992-1998) M3

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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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T#:338358
Part#: 31312489795K
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The shock towers on the E36 and Z3 are notoriously weak. Under normal driving conditions with a stock, fresh suspension it is unlikely that you will ever have a problem. But with an upgraded street or race suspension with firm springs much of the energy from pounding the road is transmitted to the thin sheet metal in the strut tower. This pounding will cause the tower to deform or even crack. Look for 'mushrooming' or deformity around the holes for the three mounting studs at the top of the strut tower. The sheetmetal around the holes should really be flat and square. Poor shocks or stiff suspensions will actually cause this sheetmetal to pop up.

These factory BMW reinforcement plates will help disperse the energy and save you from costly repairs in the future. A strut brace also helps to prevent this but these plates are designed to reinforce the strut tower from the bottom. The install over your strut mount or camber plate and simply add thickness (strength) to the strut tower. They can be sandwiched in place and do not require welding. BMW part number 31312489795

This item fits the following BMWs:
1992-1998 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic M3
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Roadster M Coupe. Note: some Z3 models already come from the factory with these plates.
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Part#: BMWRTABRACKETS
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Upgrade your BMW’s suspension setup with these adjustable rear trailing arm brackets, trusted by performance-driven drivers and professionals. Available exclusively from Turner Motorsport, these brackets provide superior alignment correction, ensuring a confident and controlled driving experience.
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Genuine BMW Lock Plate - Zns3
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E36 M3,E46 M3,E85 Z4M,E36,E46,E83 X3,E85 Z4,E86 Z4,E89 Z4,E93


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Genuine BMW Rear Trailing Arm Bushing - 33326770817
Upgrade for non-M models. Recommended to be replaced in pairs. Upgrade for this vehicle
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This OE bushing is a standard replacement for M vehicles and an upgrade for Non-M vehicles. 

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Genuine BMW Eccentric Bolt - M12X1,5X82-10.9
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E46 M3,E36,E46


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Part#: RTAMB-E36-E46
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Condor Speed Shop collaborated with Syncro Design Works to create these new Monoball Rear Trailing Arm Bushings designed for the track! While also at home on the street, these performance bushings are designed to handle the stresses of the track, offering a full range of articulation for optimal suspension geometry and a sealed design for maintenance-free operation and a long life. SDW's' own 410hp shop track/streetcar still has the original prototype bearing installed in 2009, with no measurable toe deflection. Condor RTAMBs are precision CNC machined and hard coat anodized to protect against corrosion, moisture, and salt spray. They come fully assembled and ready to install. NOTE: Professional installation recommended. These bushings must be pressed into the factory Rear Trailing Arms.
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FCAB Offset Delrin Race Control Arm Bushings - E30 E36 Z3 - Pair ...
These are control arm bushings from the E30 M3 which can be used on your vehicle for in...
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Part#: TSU3080D30
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These bushings have the hole off-center to give your car a little more track, caster, and camber. This style came as standard equipment on E30 M3s (8/89-later) and 1995 E36 M3 but will work with any E30, E36, Z3.

Rubber control arm bushings are designed to flex and absorb energy. That's fine on a streetcar but on an all-out racing machine you want your alignment to stay constant. We have picked Delrin for this application due to its high rigidity and low coefficient of friction allowing for minimal suspension bushing deflection (geometry change) but decreasing bushing windup or drag (friction). They are not recommended for street-use but highly-recommended for track cars.

To save time, pick up a pair of new bushing carrier brackets and hardware. This will save you the time and hassle of pressing out the old bushings. This will especially save you time if you're buying new control arms at the same time (no time wasted removing the old brackets from the arms). Stainless steel set screws included.

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Genuine BMW Bracket Left
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E46 M3,E85 Z4M,E36,E46,E83 X3,E85 Z4,E86 Z4,E89 Z4

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Genuine BMW Wishbone, Upper Right
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E36


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Part#: 33303411878
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Genuine BMW Bracket Right
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E36 M3,E46 M3,E85 Z4M,E36,E46,E83 X3,E85 Z4,E86 Z4,E89 Z4


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T#:3636
Part#: 31122227249
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This 1995 E36 M3 front control arm is a direct replacement for the original part and is the OE BMW brand.

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. 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. For a street-driven car we advise yearly inspection and a full replacement every 3-4 years. For track-driven cars these should be inspected before every event and replaced every two years.

We also recommend replacing the bushings when changing the control arms. The bushings are mounted at the back of the control arm and located the arm to the frame rail on the car. The stock bushings are rubber and will wear out sooner than the control arms themselves. With the control arm off the car now is the perfect time to also replace the bushings.

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This front LEFT control arm fits the following BMWs:
1995 E36 M3 3.0 liter coupe
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M3 Control Arm Bushing Set
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T#:373158
Part#: 31129069035
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Replacement bushing. This is an upgrade for non-M cars.

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Part#: 33171090824
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For use in the rear suspension M12x1.5x80mm Grade 10.9
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Part#: 31111137888
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Genuine BMW Hex Bolt - M10X40
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E30 M3,E36 M3,E30,E36


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T#:13481
Part#: 33321090693
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Genuine BMW Hex Bolt With Washer - M12X1,5X88-10.9
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E46 M3,E85 Z4M,E36,E46,E83 X3,E85 Z4,E86 Z4


Rod End Boot (14-18mm) - Priced Each
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Part#: RERS3
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Extend the life of your heim joints with this flexible rubber protective boot. Designed to fit 14mm–18mm spherical bearings and rod ends, it shields critical components from dirt, moisture, and road debris. Keeping contaminants out helps ensure consistent performance and reduces wear over time.
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GENUINE BMW SELF-LOCKING COLLAR NUT:339500
URO Rear Control Arm Bushing - E36, E46, E83, Z4
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Upper control arm to subframe bushing


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Genuine BMW Control Arm Hex Screw With Collar - M14X1,5X82-10.9 This item fits the following BMW Chassis: E82,E90,E92,E93,F22,F30,F31,F32,F33,F34,F36,I12 i8
URO Front Control Arm Bushing Kit - Offset - BMW E36
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If your front suspension is making clunking noises or if you are noticing a "floaty" feeling without much play in the steering wheel, there is a good chance your front control arm bushings need to be replaced. Restore handling and comfort with these replacement bushings from URO
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Control Arm Bushing
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Used in the rear axle housing, connecting to the lower rear control arm. Priced each, used on both the driver & passenger side. A worn rear trailing arm bushing will often times cause the back end of the vehicle to feel sloppy and disconnected.
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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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Genuine BMW Trailing Arm, Right
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E36 M3,E36