BMW Control Arm Replacements & Upgrades for BMW 1 Series E82 (2008-2013)

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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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E82/E9X Rear Lower Aluminum Trailing Arms (Pair)
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The rear lower control arms on E82/E9X models are the weakest link in the rear suspension. The arm is made from folded sheetmetal and it bends and deforms easily. Not only will it deform from potholes and curbs, tow truck drivers love to hook onto them without realizing how weak they are. We have seen other race teams complete the box section to make them stronger. A bent arm will throw off the geometry in the suspension, potentially affecting handling and tire wear. These aluminum arms are both lighter and stronger than the factory sheetmetal arms and is the best solution for chronic bending of the stock arm. These are a direct replacement to your stock arms with no changes needed to your alignment. New high-grade hardware is included.

Note: the stock arm is designed from the factory to be intentionally weak. These arms will bend so that something else in the suspension does not break. Our race cars used the stock sheetmetal arm but we replaced them often. We found that it was better to finish a race with a bent arm than not finish due to a catastrophic failure. The ECS arms are still designed to be the weakest link but are far stronger than the factory arm and will not bend as easily.

This item fits the following BMWs:

2008-2013 E82 E88 BMW 128i 135i 1M Coupe
2006-2011 E90 BMW 325i 325xi 328i 328xi 330i 330xi 335i 335xi M3 - Sedan
2007-2011 E91 BMW 325i 325xi 328i 328xi - Touring Wagon
2007-2013 E92 BMW 328i 328xi 335i 335is 335xi M3 - Coupe
2007-2013 E93 BMW 328i 335i 335is M3 - Convertible

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Run into a curb a little too hard? BMW designs these toe arms to bend in the event of an accident, to save more expensive components from damage. 

If you are looking for an aftermarket adjustable option, Turner Motorsport recommends SPL Parts e9x Adjustable rear toe arms

Genuine BMW Repair Kit For Track Control - 33322406290

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Genuine BMW Camber Link, Right
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E82 1M Coupe,E82,E90,E92,E93


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T#:222584
Part#: 33322406291
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Replacement stock lower trailing arm for the E82 1-series and E9X 3-series. The trailing arm is also an impact arm, and is designed to bend if the wheel takes a major impact. It can also be bent by tow truck operators looking for something to hook onto. However it happens, if the trailing arm is bent it will throw off the alignment for the rear suspension. There are rubber bushings at either end that also wear but these can be replaced separately (new arm does not include new bushings). This is the stock replacement that fits either the Left or Ride side of the vehicle. 

This item fits the following BMWs:
2008-2012  E82 BMW  128i 135i 1M Coupe
2006-2011  E90 BMW  325i 325xi 328i 328xi 328i xDrive 330i 330xi 335d 335i 335xi 335i xDrive M3 - Sedan
2006-2012  E91 BMW  325xi 328i 328xi 328i xDrive - Wagon
2007-2013  E92 BMW  328i 328xi 328i xDrive 335i 335is 335xi 335i xDrive M3 - Coupe
2007-2013  E93 BMW  328i 335i M3 - Convertible
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Bracket - E82, E88, E90, E92, E93
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Part#: 18207521602
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Genuine BMW Bracket - 6Hp19
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E82,E90,E92,E93

Fits BMW Engines including:
N51,N52,N52N,N54,N55

Rear Upper Control Arm Securing Bolt - 33306793891
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Essential for multiple points in the rear suspension, this hardware should be replaced to guarantee a durable and reliable repair. Don’t overlook the importance of fresh components for optimal performance!

M12X1,5X74-10.9

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Upper Control Arm Eccentric Bolt - 33326764292
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This eccentric bolt is crucial for securing the rear upper control arm to the subframe, allowing for precise adjustments to the camber of the rear wheels.

M12x1.5x125