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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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Rein Lower Front Control Arm - Left - E46, Z4
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Ball Joint Outer - Priced Each
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Control Arm - Priced Each
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Guaranteed fitment Restores proper suspension handling and braking stability High-strength alloy metal construction for maximum durability Manufactured to OE Control Arm geometry for correct wheel alignment and directional control Heat and ozone-resistant boot material protects ball joints from dust and water 24-Month Unlimited Mileage Warranty
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Front Control Arm Bushings - Pair
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Front end shimmy? Time for a control arm bushing service.

KW Adjustable Control Arm Set For Rear Axle - Pair
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Meyle Trailing Arm Ball Joint - F01, F02, F06, F07, F10, F12, F13 ...
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This bushing is located in the rear suspension, connecting to the trailing arms. Fits both left & right side. Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG manufactures and markets automotive spare parts under its MEYLE brand. Since its foundation in 1958, Wulf Gaertner Autoparts has been an owner-operated, unlisted family business on the aftermarket scene. Since 1995, Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG has been manufacturing and trading under its MEYLE brand. They pride themselves on top-grade quality-tested spare parts for passenger cars, vans and commercial vehicles.
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OEM Rein Upper Rear Control Arm, Right - E60 E61
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Control arms 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. 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. For a street-driven car we advise yearly inspection and a full replacement every 3-4 years. For track-driven cars these should be inspected before every event and replaced every two years.

As a leading source of high performance BMW parts and accessories since 1993, we at Turner Motorsport are honored to be the go-to supplier for tens of thousands of enthusiasts the world over. With over two decades of parts, service, and racing experience under our belt, we provide only quality performance and replacement parts.  All of our performance parts are those we would (and do!) install and run on our own cars, as well as replacement parts that are Genuine BMW or from OEM manufacturers. We only offer parts we know you can trust to perform!

This item fits the following BMWs:
BMW 5 Series - 525i, 530i, 545i

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Turner Rear Suspension Refresh Kit - Level 2 - E36 318ti
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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 2 kit replaces:

Subframe Bushings
Shock Mounts & Reinforcement Plates
Diff Bushings
Trailing Arm Bushings
Sway Bar End Links
Self Locking Collar Nut

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Front Control Arm Bushings - Offset Rubber - Kit - E30, E36, Z3 ...
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Part#: TSU9995PB3.875KT
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Tie rod end
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Part#: 32106887405
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Control Arm Bushing Kit - Front
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Part#: 3146100039
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This Front Control Arm Bushing Kit improves suspension performance by minimizing vibrations and enabling smooth motion between the control arm and chassis, enhancing driving comfort and stability.
OEM Febi Front Inner Control Arm Bushing - BMW G30 5-Series
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Part#: 31106861161SK
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OEM Febi replacement front inner control arm bushing - replaces the inner bushing of the following BMW control arms: 31106861161 31106861162 31106861165 31106861166