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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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M3/1M Front And Rear Control Arm Upgrade Kit

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Wanting more out of your BMW without having horrid ride quality? This is not only an extremely common handling upgrade, but one of the best upgrades you can do. These control arms are much sturdier than your factory units and feature much stiffer bushings and ball joints. Not only does this kit give you an extremely effective upgrade, it's the perfect excuse to get rid of your factory arms that are at the edge of being road worthy.

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Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 1 - E90/91/92 325/328/330...

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T#:582866

Part#: T31126768989KT

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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:

Front Control Arms
Front Control Arm Bushings
Front Sway Bar End Links & Bushings
Front Ball Joints
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M3/1M Front and rear Control Arm Upgrade Kit

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T#:557628

Part#: 33322283547KT9

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Wanting more out of your BMW without having horrid ride quality? This is not only an extremely common handling upgrade, but one of the best upgrades you can do. These control arms are much sturdier than your factory units and feature much stiffer bushings and ball joints. Not only does this kit give you an extremely effective upgrade, it's the perfect excuse to get rid of your factory arms that are at the edge of being road worthy.

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M3 Rear Guide Rod Upgrade - Left and Right - E82, E9x

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T#:340278

Part#: TMS12080

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These M3 rear guide rod arms are an upgrade for the non-M cars. The stock non-M arms are made from sheetmetal spot welded together at the ends. The arm tends to flex and bend under even moderate cornering loads. Factor in gripper tires and more torque and this arm is inadequate for stability and consistent handling. The M3 arms are one piece of aluminum offering greater strength and with a sealed monoball inner bushing that allows the arm to rotate (instead of twisting).

This package includes:

Left M3 Guide Rod - 33322283547
Right M3 Guide Rod - 33322283548

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

The straight control arm

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T#:376685

Part#: 31126770850

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Includes bushing and ball joint assembly.

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

The straight control arm

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T#:376683

Part#: 31126770849

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Includes bushing and ball joint assembly.

Turner Front Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 2 - E90/91/92 325/328/330...

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T#:29666106

Part#: 31126768983-KT

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Front Control Arm

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T#:594476

Part#: 31126768989

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Failed control arms commonly cause vibration and shaking that is transmitted through the steering wheel, increasing with speed or braking. Symptoms may also include suspension noises, incorrect steering alignment, and accelerated tire wear.

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

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T#:377506

Part#: 33326777980

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Control arm in the rear upper position in the rear suspension

Rear Upper Link - Left and Right - E82, E9X

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T#:338368

Part#: 33326777980X

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Replacement stock upper link (wishbone) #33326777980 for the E82 1-series and E9X 3-series. The wishbone helps to locate the rear suspension to the subframe and controls changes in the alignment as the suspension moves. As the rubber bushings wear, the alignment can change drastically, leading to a loose or floating handling feel. This is the stock replacement that fits either the Left or Right of the car. Price is per arm.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2008-2012 E82 BMW 128i 135i
2006-2011 E90 BMW 325i 325xi 328i 328xi 328i xDrive 330i 330xi 335d 335i 335xi 335i xDrive - Sedan
2006-2012 E91 BMW 325xi 328i 328xi 328i xDrive - Wagon
2007-2013 E92 BMW 328i 328xi 328i xDrive 335i 335is 335xi 335i xDrive - Coupe
2007-2013 E93 BMW 328i 335i - Convertible

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