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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

T#:343068

Part#: TSU9995PB3KT

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

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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Front Control Arm Refresh Kit

T#:5498489

Part#: E36Z3CAKT

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Turner Motorsport refresh kits will not only rejuvenate the suspension in your vehicle, but improve it to better than new with select upgraded components. 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 Meyle HD front control arms 2 M3 front control arm bushings

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SPL Parts Titanium Series Adjustable Rear Camber Arm Pair - E36 E46 Z...

T#:553732

Part#: SPLRLLE36

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These SPL parts adjustable rear camber arms replace OEM part number 33326770813

SPL Parts is a performance suspension manufacturer that designs and tests their products all in-house here in the USA. Additionally, all materials used are sourced from American suppliers to ensure consistently high quality products. SPL Parts products are all constructed using 6061-T6 aluminum tubing, DOM mandrel bent tubing, and 6061 and 2024 aluminum for high strength and quality. All TIG welding and CNC machining is also done locally by professional welders and machine shops to meet exact quality standards and tolerance specifications. For anything from racing to street driven needs, SPL Parts offer an amazing line of premium quality products that are perfect to get your car back in spec.

These rear camber arms allow for significantly greater camber adjustment over stock, a major benefit to lowered cars that need their camber readjusted to prevent tire wear and poor handling. These camber arms also provide increased stability and predictability versus the stock camber arms with rubber bushings.

Technical Specifications:

Lightweight Aluminum, Titanium, and Chromoly construction
Anodized Black for corrosion protection and durable finish
Gundrilled center hex links for maximum weight savings
Teflon lined FK Rod Ends
Made in the USA

Fits the following BMWs:
1992-1999 E36 BMW All Submodels
1999-2006 E46 BMW RWD Models

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Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 3 - E36 Non-M, Z3 1.9 2.3...

T#:582856

Part#: T31351091764KT

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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:

Strut Tower Reinforcement Plate
Front Upper Strut Mounts w/ Gaskets
Front Control Arms w/ Bushings
Tie Rods
Front Sway Bar End Links
All new hardware

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

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 And Rear Suspension Refresh Kit

T#:15710752

Part#: 33526772864-KT

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Symptoms of a worn suspension include a loose and imprecise feel to the steering, excessive shaking through the steering wheel, or sounds like squeaking, grinding or clunking. This kit will not only help address these issues but is designed to have superior performance compared to stock, and extend suspension life. Level 3 includes: 2 front control arms with ball joints 2 control arm bushings with brackets 2 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 2 differential mount rubber bushings 4 rear subframe bushings 2 trailing arm bushings 2 upgraded rear shock mounts from the E46 M3 2 rear shock mount gaskets 4 ECS RTAB limiters

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E46 Front Control Arm Swap Kit - w/ E46 Monoball Conversion Bearings ...

T#:637285

Part#: 019891TMSCAKT

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When it comes to drifting, steering angle is the name of the game. Although the E30 and E36 steering angle from the factory isn't awful, it isn't optimal either. Luckily, some savvy BMW enthusiasts noticed similarities between the E46 and E36 front control arms and found a simple swap could yield significant steering angle increases! This method isn't new, but it can be challenging at times to source the exact product that you need. To make this swap more user friendly, we have developed our very own E46 Monoball Conversion Bearings and built this kit to include all common items required to do this job in one afternoon! NOTE (E30 Fitment): Installation of this kit removes the stock sway bar end link mounting locations in the control arm. We recommend running your BMW without a front sway bar or having your suspension professionally modified by a local shop to allow for sway bar mounting tabs to be welded to your front strut bodies. NOTE (E36 Fitment): Installation of this kit removes the stock sway bar end link mounting locations in the control arm. We recommend running your BMW without a front sway bar or swapping to M3 style front struts.

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

T#:594529

Part#: 311222284612KT12

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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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Meyle HD Front Control Arm Refresh Kit - E36 M3

T#:372488

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

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

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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Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 3 - E36 325i/is M50 2.5L ...

T#:582930

Part#: T31126758513KT

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

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Front And Rear Suspension Refresh Kit - BMW E36 M3 S50

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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Turner Rear Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 2 - E36 318ti

T#:583095

Part#: T33329061945KT6

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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 2 kit replaces:

Subframe Bushings
Shock Mounts & Reinforcement Plates
Diff Bushings
Trailing Arm Bushings
Sway Bar End Links
Self Locking Collar Nut

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Turner Rear Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 1 - E36 318ti

T#:583044

Part#: T33329061945KT1

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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 1 kit replaces:

Rear Shock Mounts & Gaskets
Reinforcement Plates
Trailing Arm Bushings
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