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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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FCAB Offset Delrin Race Control Arm Bushings - E30 E36 Z3 - Pair ...

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Part#: TSU3080D30

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These bushings have the hole off-center to give your car a little more track, caster, and camber. This style came as standard equipment on E30 M3s (8/89-later) and 1995 E36 M3 but will work with any E30, E36, Z3.

Rubber control arm bushings are designed to flex and absorb energy. That's fine on a streetcar but on an all-out racing machine you want your alignment to stay constant. We have picked Delrin for this application due to its high rigidity and low coefficient of friction allowing for minimal suspension bushing deflection (geometry change) but decreasing bushing windup or drag (friction). They are not recommended for street-use but highly-recommended for track cars.

To save time, pick up a pair of new bushing carrier brackets and hardware. This will save you the time and hassle of pressing out the old bushings. This will especially save you time if you're buying new control arms at the same time (no time wasted removing the old brackets from the arms). Stainless steel set screws included.

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Rear Upper Adjustable Lateral Straight Links

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Part#: WAS-422

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Verkline is excited to introduce their Rear Upper Adjustable Lateral Straight Links, the culmination of an extensive development and testing process. These cutting-edge components have undergone a meticulous journey, including 3D laser scanning, CAD wishbone development, FEA (Finite Element Analysis) testing, and rigorous road trials. Now, enthusiasts have the opportunity to elevate their driving experience with these high-performance parts. Notable Advantages: Bump Steer and Anti-Squat Adjustability: Users can fine-tune their vehicle's bump steer and anti-squat characteristics for enhanced handling precision. Extended Camber Adjustment Range: These links provide a broader camber adjustment range, offering greater flexibility for alignment customization. Enhanced Strength and Rigidity: Verkline's design boasts increased strength and rigidity, resulting in an overall improvement in handling performance. Consistent Geometry: With no rubber components to flex, these links maintain consistent geometry during alignment adjustments, ensuring accuracy. Efficient Weight Design: Despite the additional functionality, these links maintain a weight profile similar to OEM components. Key Features: Bolt-In Kit: Installation is seamless, requiring no modifications for a hassle-free setup. Pre-Assembled Wishbone: The wishbone arrives pre-assembled with a predefined length, simplifying installation. High-Quality T45 Tubing: Verkline employs T45 tubing, directly sourced from the steel mill, to ensure durability and lightweight performance. Premium Motorsport Uniballs: These components feature high-quality motorsport uniballs for reliable and high-performance articulation. Uniball Rubber Boots: Protect against dust and water, extending the lifespan of the components. Comprehensive Mounting Kit: Everything needed for installation is included, making setup efficient and straightforward. OEM Knuckle and Subframe Compatibility: The design effortlessly integrates with existing setups. Included Components: Four T45 lightweight steel arms (two pairs) Thin locking nuts High-quality motorsport uniballs Spacer sleeves for assembling the arm with the subframe and upright Rubber uniball boots for dust protection Printed installation instructions Compatible with the following vehicles: BMW 3 Series G20 BMW 3 Series G21 BMW Z4 G29 Toyota Supra A90 Toyota Supra A91 Replaces the following part numbers: 33326878631 / 33326878632

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Turner Motorsport Thrust Arm Monoball Upgrade Kit

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Part#: 006309LA01-MA

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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 go back to those we designed and used in our IMSA E90 328i and E92 M3 racecars (GS class Champions in 2011). We wanted to offer E31, E32, E34, E38, E39, E53, E60, E63, E64, and E83 owners similar levels of handling precision and control for the track and street. The bearing housing is precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 anodized aluminum and features a knurled OD to ensure a perfect press fit, and utilize 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 thrust arms with the monoball bushings 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: Bearing housing Precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 blue anodized aluminum Knurled OD to provide the perfect fit for the wide range of thrust arm bore diameters among brands. CNC machined 304ss ball joint sleeve inserts, providing a precision fit between the ball joint and the subframe. Bearing OEM BMW sealed and greased ball joint for exceptional durability and service life. Performance Nearly instantaneous, crisp steering and braking response. Maintenance free, long lasting performance. Improved road feel without undesirable NVH.

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SPL TITANIUM Series Rear Toe Arms

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Part#: SPLRTAG29

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Engineered for professional racing applications, these arms completely eliminate the compliance associated with OEM rubber or aftermarket polyurethane bushings. By utilizing premium, Teflon-lined FK Spherical Bearings, this assembly ensures smooth, bind-free suspension travel and a locked-in toe setting under extreme lateral and longitudinal loads.

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Adjustable Front Lower Control Arms - F22 F23 F30 F31 F32 F32 F34 F36...

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Part#: 003129LA01

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Looking for upgraded lower control arms that don't limit adjustment capabilities like the OE control arms? These Turner Performance Lower Control Arms may be exactly what you need! These CNC'd billet aluminum control arms allow you to adjust roll center, camber, and track width easily and lock in your adjustments securely.

The construction of these control arms allows for significant weight savings, reducing unsprung weight, while maintaining high levels of strength that is up to track use and abuse. Instead of using traditional jam nuts, these Turner Control Arms utilize a pinch bolt and rotating clamp design that allows high clamping forces to lock in track width and camper specifications without making it difficult to keep bearings properly aligned. Stainless steel spacers are included to enable roll center correction for lowered vehicles. To further improve control arm operation over the OE design, these control arms use FK rod ends and high misalignment solid spherical bushings to get rid of binding and flex.

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Lightweight Aluminum, Titanium, Chromoly and Stainless Steel construction
Correct ball joint angle for full articulation
Clamp design allows for easy access to lock down your alignment settings
Low friction 3-piece Teflon lined FK spherical bushings and Heim joints/rod ends
Multiple size stainless steel roll center spacers for precise adjustment

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Rod End Boot (14-18mm) - Priced Each

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Part#: RERS3

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Extend the life of your heim joints with this flexible rubber protective boot. Designed to fit 14mm–18mm spherical bearings and rod ends, it shields critical components from dirt, moisture, and road debris. Keeping contaminants out helps ensure consistent performance and reduces wear over time.

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Upper Control Arm with Bushing - Right

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Part#: 51569

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Control arm with factory bushing for easy installation! If your control arm bushing is bad, it's worth buying this entire unit to save yourself time and money down the road.

Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bushing Set - Standard

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Part#: SPF447480K

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Mounts to the rear LCAB bracket, connecting the lower control arm to the body and subframe.

Upper Control Arm Ball Joint - E53

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Part#: 52322

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Mounting bolts sold separately. Two required per ball joint.

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