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BMW Control Arm Replacements & Upgrades

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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Street Front Sway Bar Bushings 22.5 Mm - E46
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Eliminate front sway bar slop. These 22.5mm Heritage polyurethane bushings maximize roll resistance while maintaining a discrete, factory-original dark grey appearance.
Control arm
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The road can take a serious toll on your suspension. Pot holes, speed bumps, and road hazards all contribute to a sloppy and weak suspension. After years of service, the control arm's non-serviceable ball joints can begin to wear out, causing the steering to not feel as tight, as well as steering wobble and clunking when turning. To give a better feel to your driving experience, change components as they wear to improve safety and ride comfort.
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Race Polyurethane Front control arm bushing Set - Z4
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Control arm bushings play a key role in connecting the wheels to the chassis of the vehicle. Tasked with keeping suspension geometry in check while absorbing noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) factory rubber bushings were engineered to provide a balance of comfort and control. As a factory bushing ages, it becomes brittle and begins to harden. When this happens the bushing will actually shrink and allow excess play in the suspension joint. This is typically felt by a sudden jerk forward after the car comes to a stop and is a leading cause of "sloppy" or "loose" suspension feel. By replacing the bushing with a full polyurethane unit or using a bushing insert, this play is eliminated since the suspension joint is being supported by a much stiffer material that will not harden or shrink over time. Additionally, the inherent stiffness of the urethane material translates body forces much more directly. This means steering inputs from the driver are effectively transferred to the wheels and vital road information is transmitted properly from the wheels to the driver.

Powerflex Black Series bushings are the ultimate in track and race bushings. Featuring 95A durometer polyurethane, Black Series bushings are 25% stiffer than street bushings. Engineered to perform, Powerflex performance polyurethane control arm bushings offer a supreme level of control, while still providing enough comfort for the street, with advanced polyurethane that reduces NVH that often accompanies lesser bushings. Expect improved steering feel, turn in, more responsive handling and overall improved chassis composure with Powerflex performance polyurethane control arm bushings.

Poweflex is a leading manufacturer of aftermarket suspension bushings. Using state of the art design and manufacturing, all replacement bushings are engineered to out-perform and out-last the ones that came in the car. Each line of bushings is meticulously tested and then re-tested to ensure perfect fitment and enduring quality through the life of the vehicle. A full lifetime warranty backs every one of their products and demonstrates the level of confidence and commitment Powerflex has to their customers. 

This part fits the following BMWs:
2006 - 2008 E86 Z4 3.0si Z4 M Coupe
2002 - 2008 E85 Z4 Roadster Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i Z4 3.0si Z4 M Roadster

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Front and Rear Control Arm Upgrade and Installation Kit - E9x M3, E82...
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If you want your BMW to handle like it just rolled out of the factory your suspension needs to be tight, crisp, and completely free of play.

Front Lower Control Arm Bushing (Track Rod) - E39 5-Series
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Eliminate front track arm deflection on your 6-cylinder BMW E39. These Heritage polyurethane bushings optimize steering translation while maintaining a discrete, factory-original dark grey appearance under the chassis
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Febi Rear Guide Link - E39, E60, E61, E63, E64, E65, E66
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Includes integrated ball joint and bushing

Whiteline Lower Inner Rear Front Control Arm Bushing - E9x, E46, Z4 ...
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Deflection at the front lower control arm rear pivot drastically alters dynamic toe and caster alignment under high-load braking and cornering
Race Polyurethane Rear Trailing Arm Bushing Set
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TRW Rear Upper Control Arm - Right
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The control arm keeps the lower wheel straight and contacting the ground. If you have been in an accident or your bushings are beginning to fail, the only solution is replacement.

Rogue Engineering Adjustable Rear Control Arms
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Front Lower Control Arm - Right
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T#:31092581
Part#: 31122347952
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Rear Upper Control Arm Upgrade and Install Kit - E9x M3, 1M
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Over time, those soft OE rubber bushings degrade, turning your tight BMW handling into a vague, mushy mess and eating through your tires.