Front Control Arm

Anytime that you replace your front control arms (which should be often), you must replace your control arm bushings. The reason is because it's hard to tell if you're bushings are really bad and they are often destroyed when removed.

Fits the following Vehicles:
1989 - 1995 E34 BMW 525i, 530i

Unveiling the BMW Coilover Line, meticulously crafted for the daily driver's needs. Engineered to elevate performance, aesthetics, and comfort, these coilovers offer a perfect blend of firmness and compliance. With 32 levels of damping and height adjustments tailored to each car, they deliver an aggressive look and significantly enhanced handling.

Key Features:

• ECS Tuning Performance Coilover System:
  • Sport-tuned, height, damping, and body adjustable suspension
  • 32 levels of rebound damping adjustment
  • Adjustable front sway bar end links
  • Integrated camber plates for +/-1.5 degrees of adjustment
  • Lowering adjustment of 1.5" - 4"
  • Heat-treated, progressive rate coil springs (8k Front, 10K Rear)
  • Zinc-coated threaded portions for corrosion protection
  • Powder-coated Reflex Silver Metallic finish on coil springs
  • Red anodized, billet aluminum spring seats with locking collars
  • Anodized adjustable sway bar end links with heavy-duty bushings
  • Zinc-coated flanged nuts for shock & strut shaft pins
  • Rear shock adjuster housings black E-coated for durability
  • Integrated bump stops and dust boots

Turner Performance Adjustable Rear Toe Links:

Enhance stability and response with Turner's Performance Rear Toe Links. These links eliminate bushing deflection, providing increased rear toe adjustment crucial for lowered cars or performance alignments. With gun-drilled 2024 Aluminum center links, rotating clamp design, and low-friction Teflon-lined FK Heim joints, this pair ensures superior strength, durability, and ease of adjustment. A must-have for optimal grip on the track and extended tire life on the street.

This E46 325Xi/330Xi front control arm is a direct replacement for the original part and is the OEM Lemforder brand. The E46 Xi front control is a special design borrowed from the E34 525Xi (sold in Europe) but still similar to other E46 cars. Therefore, it still suffers the same ball joint issues as the other 3-series models.

Control arms, and the associated 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.

On the Xi we also recommend replacing the inner ball joints and rear bushings when changing the control arms. The ball joints are designed to be replaced separately and the bushings are mounted at the back of the control arm. Both are high-wear parts and easily replaced with the control arm off the car.

OEM Lemförder is an engineering company that focuses on high-quality, precision manufacturing of critical suspension and steering components. Providing exceptionally high quality parts directly to BMW, as well as 50+ other big name automotive companies, such as Mercedes and Audi, their history of reliability and variety of offered parts makes them one of the biggest names for a go-to OEM parts provider. Lemförder parts place an important emphasis on design, production, and assembly, ensuring maximum reliability. They even coat all parts possible with corrosion protection for extended longevity.

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:
2001-2005 E46 BMW 325xi 330xi

Control arm bushings are crucial for connecting wheels to the chassis, maintaining suspension geometry, and absorbing NVH. Standard rubber bushings aim for comfort and control balance.

Powerflex performance polyurethane control arm bushings elevate control while retaining street comfort. The advanced polyurethane minimizes NVH, ensuring improved steering feel, turn-in, responsiveness, and overall chassis composure.

As Europe's top suspension bushing manufacturer, Powerflex specializes in premium polyurethane bushings, precision-crafted for durability and enhanced performance. These bushings outlast OEM rubber counterparts, delivering an engaging driving experience.

For easy installation, Powerflex recommends using Powerflex Copper Grease PCG1. Periodic reapplication extends the squeak-free service life of the bushings.

Powerflex street bushings suit street-driven cars and occasional autocross or track use. Powerflex Black Series bushings, with 95A durometer polyurethane, are ideal for dedicated track cars, 25% stiffer than street bushings.

Powerflex proudly offers a lifetime warranty to the original purchaser on all products.

Enhance the performance of your Mini's suspension with the Meyle HD Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Kit. If you're experiencing play in the front suspension or slow responsiveness, worn-out bushings could be the culprit. Designed to withstand road vibrations and provide a tighter, more responsive suspension, this kit includes pre-installed bushings for easy replacement. Upgrade to Meyle HD for superior durability and design compared to OEM parts.

• Improves suspension responsiveness
• Reduces tire wear caused by worn bushings
• Easy to install with pre-installed bushings
• Meyle HD parts offer superior durability and design

The SPL BMW F2X/F3X Front Lower Control Arms (FLCA) provide roll center, camber, and track width adjustment for the xDrive-equipped F2X/F3X BMWs while eliminating bushing deflection resulting in sharpened steering response and driving precision.

The ability to run more negative camber greatly improves the peak lateral grip available. Adding negative camber results in the tire having an optimal contact patch as the body rolls due to cornering forces. This is especially important with better tires and a must-have for anyone looking to prevent excessive outer shoulder wear (and heating) on their tires due to a lack of camber.

The lower control arms come with a ride height sensor bracket to maintain the factory ride height sensor location, regardless of length of the arm to keep those finicky BMW chassis electronics happy.

Benefits

Adjustable Camber, Roll Center, and Track Width

Eliminates Bushing Deflection

Improved Tire Life with Ideal Camber Settings

Lightweight, High-Strength Construction

Stackable 304SS Roll Center Spacers in 1/8" and 1/4" Sizes

US Made, PTFE Lined FK Rod Ends 

Materials

6061-T6 aluminum black anodized arm, clamps, and spacers

4130 CrMo electroless nickel-plated double adjuster

Ti6Al4V titanium socket head cap screws

304 stainless steel roll center and knuckle spacers

5/8" 4140 CrMo stud

FK PTFE-lined spherical bearings (F1 spec, self-cleaning)

Suitable for all uses, from daily driver to race car.

Revamp your Mini's front-end suspension system with this comprehensive kit, meticulously crafted to renew ball joints and control arms. Outfitted with long-lasting Meyle HD lower control arm bushings, this kit guarantees a prolonged lifespan, surpassing that of standard OEM parts. Included in this set are front control arms, front left and right middle pivot bushings, front left and right end pivot bushings, front left and right control arm bushings, along with all the necessary hardware.

Key Benefits:

• Revitalizes front-end suspension
• Meyle HD lower control arm bushings ensure extended durability
• Comprehensive set includes essential components and hardware

BMW’s are known to have failure prone front thrust arm bushings.  The flexible rubber bushings, even those found in M performance models, allow significant movement of the front wheels to maximize daily driving comfort, but also allow considerable alignment change.  This results in a disconnected and numb road feel, standing between you and a confidence inspiring driving experience. Eventually the fluid filled rubber bushings fatigue and crack due to continual deflection and ozone degradation, and eventually the damping fluid leaks out resulting in complete failure.

For the enthusiast looking for superior performance and longevity with a crisp, confidence-inspiring driving experience, our sealed ball joint monoballs are the best solution available!  Our experience with spherical front control arm ball joints goes back to those we designed and used in our IMSA E90 328i and E92 M3 race cars (GS class Champions in 2011). We wanted to offer as many BMW owners possible a similar level of handling, precision, and control for the track and street.

Utilizing a sealed OEM BMW ball joint for exceptional quality and durability, making them completely at home on both the street and track with no compromise.  We have done extensive street, autocross, and track testing to ensure the ball joint used in this bushing design excels in each setting. The advantage of a sealed ball joint is that it eliminates all unwanted deflection while still allowing complete bind-free movement throughout suspension travel, resulting in exceptional control of wheel alignment.  What you get is superior steering precision, turn-in response, direct braking feedback, and better handling.

In short, if you're seeking the ultimate in precise, predictable handling and control, with crisp braking response and a long service life that’s equally at home on the street or track - look no further. We have you covered.

We offer these control arms with the monoball bearings pre-installed for your convenience. Since BMW recommends the control arms be replaced for every other bushing change, we prefer to sell these as a pre-assembled set. The bushings are also available separately if you wish to source your own control arms.

Features:

Control Arm Bearing

• CNC machined corrosion resistant 304 Stainless steel shell, bolt sleeves, & snap rings
• Sealed spherical ball joint for long service life & maintained OE fitment
• Suspension pre-load is no longer required when torquing the control arm hardware

Performance

• Nearly instantaneous, crisp steering and braking response.
• Maintenance free, long lasting performance.
• Improved road feel without undesirable NVH.

This item fits the following BMWs: 
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il