On several BMWs, front control arms are a weak point. Turner Motorsport stocks a variety of replacement front control arms for your BMW. We recommend looking into the OE options we offer to save you money on your maintenance so you have more left over for performance parts!
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 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 Show More Show Less
Over time, the road can take a serious toll on your suspension. Potholes, speed bumps, and road hazards all contribute to a sloppy, weak suspension. To give a better feel to your driving experience, change components as they wear to improve safety and ride comfort. One item to replace is the control arm. After years of service, the non-serviceable ball joints and other components can begin to wear out. Because some components cannot be replaced, the only solution is the replacement of the entire arm
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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. 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.
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Your Mercedes-Benz suspension is a finely tuned system, and the lower control arms play a crucial role in its performance. Serving as the mounting point for the springs and shock absorbers, lower control arms connect these components to both the spindle and chassis, ensuring stability and smooth handling. Over time, constant stress and exposure to the elements can cause wear in the control arms and their bushings. The only solution is to replace them to maintain optimal suspension performance.
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The integrated ball joint within this control arm is prone to failure, resulting in clunks over bumps or while turning. Control arm bushings (sold separately and must be pressed in) are also prone to failure on E39 vehicles, resulting in a wandering front end, and vibrations under braking. Includes integrated ball joint. Does not include control arm bushing.
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