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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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Powerflex Heritage Series Front Upper Control Arm Bushing (Thrust Rod...

T#:51567118

Part#: PFF5-601H

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$ 104.99 USD

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Manufactured using the same premium polyurethane as our street series, but in a dark grey color. These bushings improve any collector car, while retaining the same standard appearance of a rubber bushing.

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SPL TITANIUM Series Rear Toe Arms

T#:54388466

Part#: SPLRTAG29

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$ 404.00 USD

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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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Front Tension Strut Bushings - G01/G02 X3/X4

T#:54281629

Part#: PFF5-2601

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$ 271.99 USD

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Lock down front axle geometry on your G01/G02. These 95A polyurethane bushings feature a 300% rigidity increase, permanently neutralizing wheel migration and dynamic toe deflection under maximum braking forces.

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Rear Lower Control Arm Hardware Kit

T#:55281761

Part#: 33306RLCAKT

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$ 36.99 USD

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This Genuine BMW Rear Lower Control Arm Hardware Kit delivers original-equipment security directly to your rear axle assembly.

Lemforder Front Curved Control Arm - Left And Right

T#:56110328

Part#: 31121092609/1KT2

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$ 367.99 USD

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This replacement kit includes both left and right front curved control arms manufactured by Lemförder, the exact supplier BMW uses on the assembly line.

Race Polyurethane Front Control Arm Bushing Set - E53

T#:54388541

Part#: PFF5-902H

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$ 93.99 USD

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Managing dynamic alignment on a heavy, high-center-of-gravity platform like the first-generation BMW E53 X5 requires exceptional chassis rigidity.

Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bushing Set - Standard

T#:54388375

Part#: SPF447480K

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$ 119.99 USD

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

Performance Polyurethane front Control Arm Bushings - E46

T#:54388519

Part#: PFF5-5601-60X2

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$ 211.99 USD

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Secure your front suspension geometry. This hybrid alloy and polyurethane bushing increases wishbone rigidity by 128%, ensuring a rock-solid tire contact patch and track-validated front-axle bite.

Rear Upper Control Arm Upgrade and Install Kit - E9x M3, 1M

T#:55353608

Part#: 33322283547KT11

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$ 583.99

This product was last offered at the strikethrough price on
08-12-2026

$ 546.99 USD

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Over time, those soft OE rubber bushings degrade, turning your tight BMW handling into a vague, mushy mess and eating through your tires.

Front and Rear Control Arm Upgrade and Installation Kit - E9x M3, E82...

T#:55353611

Part#: 31102283577KT8

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$ 1,044.85

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07-23-2026

$ 1,004.97 USD

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If you want your BMW to handle like it just rolled out of the factory your suspension needs to be tight, crisp, and completely free of play.

SPL Titanium Series Adjustable Rear Toe Arms With Eccentric Lockout K...

T#:56001958

Part#: SPLRUAE9XKT2

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$ 1,258.00 USD

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This premium SPL chassis upgrade kit is engineered to anchor your rear axle. Featuring SPL’s Titanium Series Rear Toe Arms with an eccentric lockout kit, alongside a complete 4 piece set of Rear Upper Wishbones and Guide Links

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M3/1M Front Control Arm Upgrade and Installation Kit - E9x, E82, E88 ...

T#:55353593

Part#: 31102283577KT6

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$ 465.82

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07-31-2026

$ 462.82 USD

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Factory rubber bushings weren't designed to last forever. Over time, miles and hard cornering turn those soft OEM bushings into mush

Front Suspension Lateral Arm Hardware Kit

T#:55281763

Part#: 333FSLAHKT

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$ 57.36 USD

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This front suspension lateral arm hardware kit features OEM fasteners to keep your control arms locked down under the most demanding driving conditions.

Powerflex Front Control Arm Front Bushing - Camber Adjustable ...

T#:53997728

Part#: PFF5-1301G

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$ 187.99 USD

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Lock down front suspension geometry and optimize your apex bite. These high-durometer polyurethane bushings offer $\pm 0.75^\circ$ of on-car camber adjustment to eliminate inner arm deflection and tire edge roll under heavy track loads.

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