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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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Fall-Line Motorsports E9X M3 / E82 1M Adjustable Toe Arm Set - Standa...

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A byproduct of multi-link suspension arrangements is a dynamic change in the car’s alignment settings- when making an adjustment to one attribute like camber, track width and toe will follow. This is especially true for the E9x cars, as the original BMW camber eccentric bolt has an impact on toe as well. Alignments are made faster and simpler when using a set of aftermarket lower arms, enabling the alignment tech to easily reset toe after adjusting camber. The standard toe link kit by Fall Line Motorsports is designed to simplify toe changes at an alignment facility while still keeping cost reasonable. The standard toe link kit keeps costs down by using a traditional jam nut design in a sturdy billet arm. Adjustable threaded rod ends turn into and out of the arm for a wide range of toe adjustment, and enable an alignment technician to easily set toe on a lowered car.

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Fall-Line Motorsports E9X M3 / E82 1M Billet Aluminum Rear Trailing A...

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Part#: FLM-E9X-1FRTAK

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Rear Trailing Arm - Priced Each

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Front Tension Strut - Left

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Rear Lower Control Arm Bearing Set - Outer - E9X M3/E82 1M

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Rubber bushings found in the latest M Cars' rear camber arms are the last weak link in an otherwise rigid suspension. Fall-Line's new lower control arm bearings yield a significant improvement over the factory bushings; as motorsport parts, both strength and longevity were priorities—to do just that, Fall-Line boasts the largest FK spherical bearings on the market—by eliminating rubber from a critical feedback area of the car, you gain control over the tire’s behavior and thereby confidence behind the wheel at the limit. To adequately cope with competition-level load, Fall-Line bearings feature stainless steel spiral locks that offer 360 degrees of clamping force to secure the bearing from any potential movement.

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Rear Lower Control Arm Cup Subframe Bearing Set - E9X M3/E82 1M ...

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Rubber bushings found in the latest M Cars' rear camber arms are the last weak link in an otherwise rigid suspension. Fall-Line's new lower control arm subframe cup bearings yield a significant improvement over the factory bushings; as motorsport parts, both strength and longevity were priorities—to do just that, Fall-Line boasts the largest FK spherical bearings on the market—by eliminating rubber from a critical feedback area of the car, you gain control over the tire’s behavior and thereby confidence behind the wheel at the limit. To adequately cope with the competition-level load, Fall-Line bearings feature stainless steel spiral locks that offer 360 degrees of clamping force to secure the bearing from any potential movement.

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Meyle Front Control Arm - Right - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93 ...

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URO Rear Upper Guide Rod - Left - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93 ...

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Located in the upper front part of the rear suspension - includes bushings.

Rear Upper Guide Rod - Right

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Front Tension Strut - Right

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Part#: 31126769802

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Meyle Front Control Arm - Left - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93 ...

The straight control arm

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Right Lower Control Arm - Priced Each

The straight control arm

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Left Lower Control Arm - Priced Each

The straight control arm

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Front right control arm with factory installed bushing and ball joint.

Fall-Line Motorsports E9X M3 / E82 1M Front Mono Ball Conversion Kit ...

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Fall Line’s mono ball spherical bearing conversion kit transforms the front steering and suspension feel of the M3. The factory rubber bushing is very large, and is prone to substantial deflection under load, as the M3 is put through its paces. Deflection of the bushing can create unwanted geometry change, steering wobble under braking, and even hysteresis of the thrust arm. The bearing’s housing is precision machine from aluminum, to create a rigid part that allows for the M3’s thrust arm to move smoothly through its range of suspension travel. The improvement in steering and suspension feel is immediate and truly enhances the personality of the M3. *V2 improved design also incorporates hard coat clear anodized finish*

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Lower Tension Arm Bearing - Outer - E9X M3/E82 1M

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By eliminating rubber from a critical feedback area of the car, you gain control over the tire’s behavior and thereby confidence behind the wheel at the limit. To adequately cope with competition-level load, Fall-Line bearings feature stainless steel spiral locks that offer 360 degrees of clamping force to secure the bearing from any potential movement.

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BMW E9X M3/E82 1M Inner Lower Tension Arm Bearing

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BMW E9X M3/E82 1M Inner Lower Tension Arm Bearing is engineered to elevate suspension performance with precision and durability. Developed by Fall-Line, known for their championship-level race cars and premium suspension components, this bearing is a significant upgrade over factory rubber bushings. Designed for motorsport applications, it incorporates FK spherical bearings for enhanced strength and longevity.

Superior Performance: Provides a notable improvement over OEM rubber bushings for enhanced control and feedback.
Durable Construction: Features the largest FK spherical bearings available, ensuring long-lasting reliability.
Enhanced Control: Eliminates rubber components to offer better control over tire behavior and increased driver confidence.
Robust Design: Equipped with stainless steel spiral locks for 360 degrees of clamping force to secure the bearing firmly.
Long-Lasting: Outperforms OEM rubber variants, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
Precision Engineering: CNC machined from high-quality materials in the USA for exact fit and superior performance.

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Fall-Line Motorsports E9X M3 / E82 1M Adjustable Toe Arm Set - Race ...

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A byproduct of multi-link suspension arrangements is a dynamic change in the car’s alignment settings- when making an adjustment to one attribute like camber, track width and toe will follow. This is especially true for the E9x cars, as the original BMW camber eccentric bolt has an impact on toe as well. Alignments are made faster and simpler when using a set of aftermarket lower arms, enabling the alignment tech to easily reset toe after adjusting camber. The race toe link kit by Fall Line Motorsports is designed to facilitate rapid adjustments of toe during an alignment, and combined with the tension strut will also enable adjustment of overall track. Not only does this allow for fine tuning of wheel fitment, these arms will allow an alignment shop to make quick work of car setup, even simplifying the camber adjustment process as a result. The race toe links utilize a unique clamp-style fastener system as seen in BMW’s own tie rods and Porsche Motorsport components, tightening the adjustment arm in place with no stretch of the hardware or change of alignment. Less expensive jam-nut designs limit precision and nearly guarantee an alignment change when the jam-nut is tightened. Laser cut lockout washers correctly eliminate the original BMW adjustment, eliminating any unwanted movement in the system.

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Trailing Arm Bushing

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Part#: 33326763092

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As your vehicle ages, rubber components begin to break down, allowing excess movement in the components that require a firm mounting point the most. If your rear end feels loose, or wanders over bumps, your rear trailing arm bushings may be to blame.

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URO Control Arm Bushing for E82, E88, E9x

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Over time bushing crack dry rot and deteriorate, replace these bushings to restore your vehicle's original handling feel. Each vehicle requires two!

Control Arm Bushing Kit

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If the control arm bushings on your vehicle are beginning to fail, it will become quickly apparent. Suspension noise will be drastically increased, there will be steering wheel shake when hitting road hazards, and the entire car will have an all around loose feel. This can also lead to premature tire failure as alignment is negatively affected. Replace your control arm bushings to give your entire suspension a tighter feel.

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Meyle Rear Toe Arm - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93

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Control arm in the rear lower position in the rear suspension

Rear Lower Control Arm Bushing - Inner

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Part#: 33326770829

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As your vehicle ages, rubber components begin to break down, allowing excess movement in the components that require a firm mounting point the most. The camber link allows fine adjustment of the rear camber. When the camber link bushings fail, the rear camber adjustment is compromised. The result is a loose feeling in the rear end, excessive tire wear, and a sacrifice in handling.

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Meyle Control Arm Bushing - BMW E82/E88 E9X Non-M

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If the control arm bushings on your vehicle are beginning to fail, it will become quickly apparent. Suspension noise will be drastically increased and the entire car will have an all-around looser feel. This can also lead to premature tire failure as alignment is negatively affected. Replace your control arm bushings to give your entire suspension a tighter feel.

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Rear Lower Control Arm Balljoint - Outer

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This ball joint is located in the trailing arms.

Meyle Rear Upper Control Arm - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93

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Control arm in the rear upper position in the rear suspension

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