BMW Control Arm Replacements & Upgrades for BMW 3 Series E91 (2006-2012)

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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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SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:26904956
Part#: SPLRLBIE9X
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Upgrade your vehicle's performance with our replacement rear lower control arm inner bushings. These bushings feature a low-friction, PTFE-lined spherical bearing, enhancing cornering grip and dynamic geometry. By eliminating OEM bushing deflection and binding, our product preserves camber and toe geometry during bumps. Enjoy improved stability and handling precision, thanks to the maintenance-free FK bearings with PTFE linings. Crafted from high-quality materials including 6061-T6 aluminum and FK PTFE-lined spherical bearings, our bushings ensure durability and NVH reduction. Experience the benefits of enhanced performance and reliability with our premium upgrade.

Key Advantages:

Enhanced Rear Cornering Grip Elimination of OEM Bushing Deflection and Binding Improved Dynamic Geometry, Stability, and Handling Precision Maintenance-Free FK Bearings, Manufactured in the US, with PTFE Linings Materials Used:

6061-T6 Aluminum Bearing Shells and Spacers FK PTFE-Lined Spherical Bearings (F1 Specification, Self-Cleaning)

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034Motorsport Density M3 Arms - E9X E82/88
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T#:599873
Part#: 034-401-1065
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Replace your worn-out control arms with the performance engineered Density Line units from 034 Motorsport. These control arms restore the handling precision and ride control beyond the factory levels. These high-performance control arms are akin to the M3 control arms, utilizing a much more robust design than the stock version. These are a complete, drop-in replacement for factory control arms for both M and Non-M models. This kit includes the front lower control arms, headlight sensor rod, and the installation hardware kit.
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SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:553657
Part#: SPLTRE9X
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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 chromoly seamless straight 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 qulaity products that are perfect to get your car back in spec.
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T#:553727
Part#: SPLRTAELE9X
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These SPL Parts Adjustable Rear toe arms replace OEM Part number 33322406290

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 chromoly seamless straight 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.

When lowering your vehicle, toe alignment is thrown off. These SPL adjustable toe arms offer a wide range of toe adjustment and are a significant improvement over stock, eliminating suspension deflection and increasing handling response thanks to the FK Bushings rod ends that are Teflon lined. In addition, this kit includes Eccentric lockout components. This guarantees that your toe alignment won't slip under aggressive driving due to an eccentric bolt.

Technical Specifications:

  • Gundrilled 2024 Aluminum Links to reduce unsprung weight
  • 6061 Aluminum Clamps and Heim Joint Spacers
  • Titanium Socket Head Cap Screws
  • Rotating clamp design allows for easy access to lock down your alignment settings
  • Low friction 3 piece Teflon lined FK Heim joints/rod ends made in Connecticut
  • 6061 Aluminum Eccentric Lockout Washers
  • Grade 10.9 Hex Cap Bolts with Lock Nuts
  • Made in the USA!

Fits the following BMWs:
2006-2013 E9X BMW RWD Non-M
2008-2013 E8X BMW 128i 135i

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SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:553804
Part#: SPLELE9X
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$ 89.00 USD
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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 chromoly seamless straight 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.

Factory BMW eccentric bolts only allow for small toe adjustments and often slip under hard cornering, effectively changing your alignment. SPL eccentric lockout kits eliminate stock eccentric bolts - you must have adjustable rear toe arms to utilize this kit in your setup; 

Technical Specifications:

  • CNC machined from 6061 aluminum
  • CAD plated grade 10.9 hardware
  • Include washers and bolts for both sides of your vehicle.
  • Made in the USA!

Fits the following BMWs:
2006-2013 E9X BMW RWD Sub-Models
2008-2013 E82 BMW All Submodels

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SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:4538254
Part#: SPLRUAE9X
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Get your rear camber back in spec to prevent premature tire wear and add grip.

Fall Line - Corporate Logo
T#:28038203
Part#: FLM-E9X-1FRTAK
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$ 449.99 USD
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Meyle Front Control Arm - Right - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93 ...
The straight control arm
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:376685
Part#: 31126770850
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$ 111.35

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$ 76.99 USD
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Includes bushing and ball joint assembly.

SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:553806
Part#: SPLCRBE9X
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$ 413.00 USD
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$ 413.00 USD
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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 chromoly seamless straight 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.
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Meyle Front Control Arm - Left - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93 ...
The straight control arm
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:376683
Part#: 31126770849
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$ 110.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
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$ 63.99 USD
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$ 110.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
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$ 63.99 USD
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Includes bushing and ball joint assembly.
SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:553729
Part#: SPLRTAE9X
Ships in 2 Business Days
$ 404.00 USD
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SPL Parts E8x E9x non-m adjustable toe arms replace OEM Part number 33322406290 

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 chromoly seamless straight 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.

When lowering your vehicle, toe alignment is thrown off. These SPL adjustable toe arms offer a wide range of toe adjustment and are a significant improvement over stock, eliminating suspension deflection and increasing handling response thanks to the FK Bushings rod ends that are Teflon lined.

Technical Specifications:

  • Gundrilled 2024 Aluminum Links to reduce unsprung weight
  • 6061 Aluminum Clamps and Heim Joint Spacers
  • Titanium Socket Head Cap Screws
  • Rotating clamp design allows for easy access to lock down your alignment settings
  • Low friction 3 piece Teflon lined FK Heim joints/rod ends made in Connecticut
  • Made in the USA!

Fits the following BMWs:
2006-2013 E9X BMW RWD Non-M
2008-2013 E8X BMW 128i 135i

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SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:553781
Part#: SPLFLCAE9X
Ships in 2 Business Days
$ 719.00 USD
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These SPL Parts Front Lower Street Control arms replace OEM Part numbers 31122405860 and 31122405859

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 chromoly seamless straight 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 SPL front lower control arms open up a wide range of adjustment for roll center, camber, and track width adjustment and allow for full articulation with the correct ball joint angle. Instead of using traditional jam nuts, the main arm is slotted to allow the use of pinch bolts and SPL rotating clamps on their exclusive adjuster, making it easier to lock in track width and camber specifications.

*includes headlight adjusting rod

SPL Parts Billet Lower Control/Trailing Arms Feature:

  • Lightweight Aluminum and Titanium construction
  • Electroless nickel plated 4130 Chromoly Double Adjuster for quick adjustment
  • Correct ball joint angle for full articulation
  • Rotating Clamp design allows for easy access to lock down alignment settings
  • Low friction 3 piece Teflon lined FK sphericals and Heim joints/rod ends
  • Multiple size Stainless Steel roll center spacers for precise adjustment

Fits the following BMWs:
2006-2013 E9X BMW RWD Submodels
2008-2013 E82/88 BMW All  Submodels

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SPL Parts - Corporate Logo
T#:553873
Part#: SPLFLCARE9X
Ships in 2 Business Days
$ 679.00 USD
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$ 679.00 USD
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These SPL Parts Front Lower Street Control arms replace OEM Part numbers 31122405860 and 31122405859

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 chromoly seamless straight 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 SPL front lower control arms open up a wide range of adjustment for roll center, camber, and track width adjustment and allow for full articulation with the correct ball joint angle. Instead of using traditional jam nuts, the main arm is slotted to allow the use of pinch bolts and SPL rotating clamps on their exclusive adjuster, making it easier to lock in track width and camber specifications.

*DOES NOT include headlight adjusting rod

SPL Parts Billet Lower Control/Trailing Arms Feature:

  • Lightweight Aluminum and Titanium construction
  • Electroless nickel plated 4130 Chromoly Double Adjuster for quick adjustment
  • Correct ball joint angle for full articulation
  • Rotating Clamp design allows for easy access to lock down alignment settings
  • Low friction 3 piece Teflon lined FK sphericals and Heim joints/rod ends
  • Multiple size Stainless Steel roll center spacers for precise adjustment

Fits the following BMWs:
2006-2013 E9X BMW RWD Submodels
2008-2013 E82/88 BMW All  Submodels

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Fall Line - Corporate Logo
T#:28071501
Part#: FLM-E9X-1FRACTOE
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$ 650.00 USD
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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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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:594605
Part#: 33326763092
Ships in 2 Business Days
$ 16.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
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$ 15.99 USD
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$ 15.99 USD
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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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Rear Lower Control Arm Balljoint - Outer
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:594505
Part#: 33326792553
Ships on Oct 23, 2026
$ 21.99 USD
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This ball joint is located in the trailing arms.

Meyle Control Arm Bushing - BMW E82/E88 E9X Non-M
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:29201116
Part#: 3147100005
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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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Meyle Rear Upper Control Arm - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:377506
Part#: 33326777980
Ships on Dec 11, 2026
$ 77.99 USD
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Control arm in the rear upper position in the rear suspension

Control Arm Bushing
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:36269409
Part#: 3146100007
Ships on Oct 23, 2026
$ 28.99 USD
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The control arm bushing minimizes vibration and allows smooth movement between the control arm and chassis, improving suspension performance and ride comfort.
Front Control Arm
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:594476
Part#: 31126768989
Ships on Oct 23, 2026
$ 80.99 USD
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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 Toe Arm - E82, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93
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Meyle - Corporate Logo
T#:377505
Part#: 33326763471
Ships on Oct 23, 2026
$ 42.99 USD
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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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T#:594503
Part#: 33326770829
Ships on Oct 23, 2026
$ 15.99 USD
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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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