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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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Front Control Arm Bracket Kit - E30, E36, Z3

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Control arm bushing brackets do not typically wear or fatigue. But we sell replacement brackets as a convenience to go with new bushings (press one bushing instead of pressing out the old). For racers it's a great idea to keep a spare set of bushings with brackets on hand since pressing bushings at a racetrack is not ideal. Keep a spare set to avoid hassle and downtime.

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E36 M3 Upgraded Monoball FCAB's & ECS Performance Coilovers

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Part#: 029305ECS01EBKT

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Elevate the performance of your E36 M3 with the ECS Tuning Performance Coilover System. This sport-tuned suspension offers adjustable height, damping, and body settings, providing substantial performance benefits. Crafted with high-quality materials and coatings, it replaces worn suspension components while achieving the ideal ride height.

Spring Rates: Front 6kg/mm, Rear 8kg/mm
Performance Features:
- 32 levels of rebound damping adjustment
- Monotube shocks/struts with optimized progressive rate coil springs for road-sticking grip
- Lowered ride height improves handling performance
- Adjustable front bodies for personalized ride height and correct spring pre-load
Product Design:
- Durable gloss black powder coat on strut and shock bodies
- Clear zinc-coated threaded portions for corrosion protection
- Reflex Silver Metallic finish on powder-coated coil springs
- Red anodized billet aluminum lower spring seats with locking collars
- Integrated bump stops

Revitalize your E30/E36 with the FCAB and pre-installed monoball upgrade. This front control arm bushing replacement offers precise, predictable handling without the harshness of solid bushings. Greaseable and serviceable, it enhances performance without sacrificing daily driving comfort.

Stock vs. Upgrade:
- Stock rubber bushings designed for comfort, not optimal performance
- Poly and delrin bushings compromise handling and wear prematurely
Turner Front Control Arm Spherical Bearings:
- Greaseable spherical bearing for improved precision and durability
- 6061-T6 anodized housing with needle grease zerk for easy maintenance
- Precision CNC machined Delrin arm adapter for a tight fit
Performance Benefits:
- Instant, crisp steering and braking response
- Easy maintenance with long-lasting performance
- Improved road feel without undesirable NVH

Ensure optimal performance with Turner's Front Control Arm Spherical Bearings – a must-have for track enthusiasts and a great upgrade for spirited driving on the streets.

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Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 3 - E36 M3 S50 3.0L ...

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T#:582934

Part#: T31122227249KT

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Eliminate the most common sources of suspension slop with our all new Turner Suspension Refresh Kits that feature only OEM parts! We do not include any "cheap parts" in our refresh kits to ensure long-lasting reliability and noise-free suspension.

This Level 3 kit replaces:

Control Arms & Bushings
Outer Tie Rods
Sway Bar End Links
Strut Tower Reinforcement Plate
Strut Mount & Gasket

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Front Control Arm Bushings (FCAB) - Centered Solid Rubber - E30, E36,...

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T#:338064

Part#: 31129069035

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Anytime that you replace your front control arms 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 are the control arm bushings from the 1996-1999 E36 M3 and have the hole in the center.

These are the stock bushings bushings from the 1996-99 E36 M3 and MZ3 but are a great upgrade for any E30 - 318/325, E36 - 325/323/328, and Z3 -1.9, 2.3, 2.5, 2.8, 3.0. They have more rubber than the non-M stock bushings. We have found the increased volume of rubber helps the bushings last longer and have better steering response due to less deflection of the bushing. These bushings can actually help reduce vibrations produced by the mass of larger wheels or brakes.

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
1992-1999 E36 BMW 318i 318is 318ti 318ic 323is 323ic 325i 325is 325ic 328i 328is 328ic
1996-1999 E36 BMW M3
1997-2002 Z3 BMW Z3 1.9 Z3 2.3 Z3 2.5i Z3 2.8 Z3 3.0i M Coupe M Roadster

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Meyle HD Front Control Arm Refresh Kit - E36 M3

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Part#: 311222284612KT

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This kit is for optimal cost savings when replacing front control arms on your S52-powered E36 M3. Includes E36 non-M front control arms and offset control arm bushings for close to factory suspension geometry on 96-99 E36 M3, and correct geometry for 95

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Basic Monoball Bearing Service Kit

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Part#: 80402KT2

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This monoball service kit is designed to ensure long-lasting performance of your BMW suspension components by providing the correct CV-2 grease and a Schwaben snap-in grease gun nozzle—perfect for proper installation and routine maintenance at every oil change.

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Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 3 - E36 M3 S52 3.2L ...

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T#:582933

Part#: T31122228461KT

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Eliminate the most common sources of suspension slop with our all new Turner Suspension Refresh Kits that feature only OEM parts! We do not include any "cheap parts" in our refresh kits to ensure long-lasting reliability and noise-free suspension.

This Level 3 kit replaces:

Control Arms & Bushings
Outer Tie Rods
Sway Bar End Links
Strut Tower Reinforcement Plate
Strut Mount & Gasket

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Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 1 E36 M3 S52 3.2L ...

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T#:594529

Part#: 311222284612KT12

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Front Control Arm Bushings (FCAB) - Offset Rubber - E30, E36, Z3 (Pai...

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T#:338063

Part#: 31129064875

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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 off-center to give your car a little more track, caster, and camber. They are a solid rubber bushing that is great for the street. These came as standard equipment on E30 M3s (8/89-later) and 1995 E36 M3s.

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 M3
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

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Front Control Arm Refresh Kit

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Part#: 31126758513-KT

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Symptoms of a worn suspension include a loose and imprecise feel to the steering, excessive shaking through the steering during braking, or sounds like squeaking, whining or grinding from the front when turning at slow speeds. This kit will not only help address these issues but is designed to have superior performance compared to stock, and extend suspension life. Level 1 contains: 2 front control arms 2 control arm bushings

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Front And Rear Suspension Refresh Kit - BMW E36 M3 S50

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T#:24577348

Part#: E36S50FRSRKT

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This kit includes all of the necessary high-quality aftermarket parts to completely rebuild your front and rear suspension in one comprehensive package! Level 3 includes: 2 front control arms 2 control arm bushings 4 sway bar end links 2 tie rod assemblies 2 strut mounts 2 strut mount gaskets 2 strut mount reinforcement plates 2 Heavy Duty ECS rear shock mount reinforcement plates 2 rear upper control arm bushings 2 camber arm bushings 4 rear upper and lower trailing arm ball joint upgrade 1 differential bushing 4 rear subframe bushings 2 trailing arm bushings 2 rear shock mount gaskets 2 upgraded rear shock mounts from the E46 M3 4 ECS RTAB limiters Adding strut reinforcement plates will help prevent the deformation of the strut tower and possible cracking. Upgrading the rear shock mounts and adding reinforcement plates is highly recommended because of the known failures with the mounts ripping apart. Replacing the lower trailing arm bushings with a ball joint will not only give a more solid feel in the suspension but last longer due to its rubber seal design.

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