BMW Control Arm Replacements & Upgrades

The front control arm bushings is the Achilles heel on the E39 models. The original factory bushings are fluid filled and rely on the fluid to absorb vibration and resist deflection. When the fluid is gone the rubber left over cannot match the original bushing's strength. The left over rubber is not stiff enough to resist the movements from the suspension. The result is a lot of vibration and reduced feedback and response from the steering.

Meyle has addressed this issue with bushings that are not fluid-filled. The bushing is made of solid rubber that will last longer than the original bushing and is a bit stiffer than new originals for better response and feel. The lack of play from the solid rubber design will mean sharper steering, restoring much of the car's precision and 'connected' feel.

This is a package of Meyle HD control arms with the HD bushings already pressed in. This makes for an easy swap out-swap in install. These arms replace the existing stock upper control arms - otherwise known as a tension strut or strut support arm. It's the arm with the twist. The BMW part numbers for these arms are 31 12 1 141 717 and 31 12 1 141 718.

Meyle is a German brand in business since 1958 and all of their products are TUV approved and meet or exceed ISO standards. All Meyle HD parts come with a 4-year, unlimited mileage warranty.

Features:

• 4 Year Warranty

• All metal ball joints are more reliable and longer lasting than stock

• Bushings are solid rubber rather than fluid filled, providing longevity and handling feel improvements

This item fits the following BMWs:
1997-2003 E39 5 Series BMW 525i, 525iT, 528i, 528iT, 530i sedans and touring wagons
2000-2003 E52 Z8 Z8 - Z8 Alpina

Forge introduces its Forge Adjustable Rear Tie Bars for various MINI models, developed and tested in the demanding Mini Challenge Race Series environment. Designed for road-going MINIs, including R50-R53, R55-R59, and R60/R61 models, these tie bars offer superior performance and durability.

• Tested in the Mini Challenge Race Series for proven reliability
• Enhances tire surface contact area for improved traction
• Reduces uneven tire wear for extended tire life
• Adjustable geometry allows for fine-tuning and faster lap times
• Eliminates tramlining feel and improves steering response
• Manufactured from high-quality high tensile steel for strength and durability
• Corrosion-resistant powder coating ensures longevity in all conditions
• Supplied with custom-made dirt ingress covers for added protection
• Fitted with Powerflex polyurethane bushes for high performance and long life
• Covered by Forge's industry-leading Lifetime warranty

Upgrade your Mini's performance with Forge Adjustable Rear Tie Bars, manufactured in the UK for optimal quality and reliability.

Looking to upgrade your front suspension to increase the strength and your steering angle for the track? IRP has you covered with their BMW Lock Kit. This kit includes new control arms that are stronger than stock and have monoball ball joints, new tie rod ends that feature steel monoball ball joints as well, new offset control arm bushings, fully adjustable camber plates, roll center/bump steer correction plates, and all new hardware. This enables this kit to be fully plug and play, giving you a much more adjustable front suspension, and increases the total amount of steering angle up to 65 degrees.

This kit is perfect for those looking to build a drift car and ensure their suspension is ready to take on the challenge.

Kit features:

• CNC Laser Cut Components
• Plug & Play - includes all needed hardware
• Increase to 65 Degree (or more) steering angle
• Includes Camber Plates
• Stiffer offset control arm bushings
• Roll Center and Bump Steer Correction Plates
• High strength control arms with steel monoball ball joints
• Increased length steering tie rods with steel monoball ball joints
• DriftAllstar- & EEDC-Tested
• Total weight of all components included: 13.5 kg / 29.8 lbs

Fits the following BMWs:
1999-2006 E46 BMW M3