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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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Front Lower Tension Strut - Right

T#:594050

Part#: 31126773950

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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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Front Lower Control Arm - Right - E60 Xi - OE BMW Replacement ...

T#:2359

Part#: 31122347982

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This lower front control arm (also known as a tension strut or thrust arm) comes with the inner bushings and is a direct OE BMW replacement.

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. 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.

This arm includes the outer ball joint and inner rubber bushing.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2004-2010 E60 5 Series BMW 525xi 528xi 530xi 535xi 528i xDrive 535i xDrive

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Genuine BMW Trailing Arm Repair Kit

T#:207219

Part#: 33522241455

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Genuine BMW Repair Kit For Trailing Arm - Value Line
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E46,E83 X3

Genuine BMW Front Tension Strut - Right - E82 1 M Coupe, E92 M3, E93 ...

T#:5074

Part#: 31102283576

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This right/passenger's front upper control arm - also know as a tension strut or thrust arm. This is the control arm with the outer ball joint pointing down. This is the OE BMW replacement (made by TRW) and fits E82 1M Coupe and E90/E92/E93 M3. This control arm includes the inner pressed in bushing and outer ball joint. A direct replacement from the original manufacturer.

This part can also be used as an upgrade on non-M E82, E9X, and E89 Z4 models. The inner bushing on the M3 arm is a solid rubber instead of the fluid-filled non-M design. This solid rubber part will last longer and be more responsive thanks to less deflection in the bushing. The M3 arm is a direct replacement for the stock non-M part.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2006-2011 E90 BMW 325i 328i 330i 335d 335i M3 - Sedan
2006-2012 E91 BMW 325xi 328i - Wagon
2007-2013 E92 BMW 328i 335i 335is M3 - Coupe
2007-2013 E93 BMW 328i 335i M3 - Convertible

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Genuine BMW Front Control Arm - Left - E36 M3 (96-99), MZ3 (98-02) ...

T#:1793

Part#: 31122228461

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This E36 M3 front control arm is a direct replacement for the original part and is the OE BMW brand.

Genuine BMW Repair Kit, Wishbone, Right - 31122229522

T#:221894

Part#: 31122229522

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Genuine BMW Repair Kit, Wishbone, Right - 31122229522

Genuine BMW Hydrobearing

T#:54262

Part#: 31126855743

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Genuine BMW Hydrobearing -
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
F22,F30,F31,F32,F33,F34,F36

Front Upper Control Arm - Left - E82, E89, E9X

T#:3177

Part#: 31126769797

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This left/driver's front upper control arm - also know as a tension strut or thrust arm. This is the control arm with the outer ball joint pointing down. This is the OEM replacement and fits all non-Xi BMW E90 E92 E93 325i 328i 330i 335i models, E82 128i 135i, and E89 Z4. This control arm includes the inner pressed in bushing and outer ball joint. A direct replacement from the original manufacturer at a fraction of the cost for the OE BMW part.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2008+ E82 BMW 128i 135i
2006+ E90 BMW 325i 328i 330i 335i
2007+ E92 BMW 328i 335i 335is
2007+ E93 BMW 328i 335i 335is
2009+ Z4 BMW Z4 sDrive30i Z4 sDrive35i Z4 sDrive35is

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Genuine MINI Lower Control Arm/Wishbone With Ball Joint - Right ...

T#:537864

Part#: 31126879842

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$ 225.08 USD

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Front Control Arm - Right - E36 M3 1995 - OE BMW Replacement ...

T#:3650

Part#: 31122227250

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This 1995 E36 M3 front control arm is a direct replacement for the original part and is the OE BMW brand.

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. 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.

We also recommend replacing the bushings when changing the control arms. The bushings are mounted at the back of the control arm and located the arm to the frame rail on the car. The stock bushings are rubber and will wear out sooner than the control arms themselves. With the control arm off the car now is the perfect time to also replace the bushings.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1995 E36 M3 3.0 liter coupe

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Genuine BMW Front Lower Control Arm - Left F15 F16

T#:636903

Part#: 33322475209

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$ 458.99 USD

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Lower straight control arm.

Genuine BMW Guiding Suspension Link W Mo - 33322283771

T#:60269

Part#: 33322283771

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$ 576.99 USD

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Genuine BMW Guiding Suspension Link W Mounting,Right
This item fits the following BMW Chassis:
E60 M5,E63 M6,E63

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