The best solution for solving the
premature E46 front bushing wear problem!
The Powerflex E46 Front control arm
bushing is one of our #1 selling products. The factory rubber
bushing is a delicate piece that wears prematurely, creating sloppy
steering, bad inner tire wear, and a jolting steering wheel under
braking. Instead of replacing this bushing set with factory
bushings every 40k miles, we suggest upgrading to the Powerflex
urethane bushings for a long lasting upgrade that will increase
steering response, reduce uneven tire wear, and reduce maintenance
repairs.
These bushings add minimal, if any,
NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness), and are suggested for street
dedicated cars and auto-x/ driving school cars as well*. One of the
best features of these bushings is their 2 piece design. The
bushings are made in 2 pieces so the rotation occurs between the
urethane for a squeak free, easily lube-able bushing with a
considerably increased lifespan. The inner bushing is grooved to
hold the copper based lube (supplied with kit) for numerous
years.
A set includes 2 bushings
and lube for a complete kit. No other
parts are necessary. If your E46 has more than 90k miles, we
suggest taking a hard look at the front control arm's ball joints
for wear as well. Any movement at these ball joints can produce bad
tire wear and handling.
66mm vs 60mm Bushing
Diameter:
- Most E46 3 Series cars have 66mm
bushing housings. Cars produced before 2/01 had 60mm bushings
initially, but were recalled in exchange for 66mm housings,
bushings and upgraded control arms. If you currently have 60mm
housings we offer the bushings in the 60mm diameter, but we suggest
upgrading to our 66mm bushing and housing kit... (If you
have a E46 produced before 2/01 and do not want the 66mm bushings
pre-pressed into new housings, we suggest measuring your existing
housings before ordering to confirm diameter.)
66mm Bushing and Housing
Kit:
- This kit comes with 66mm Powerflex
bushings PRE-PRESSED into new 66mm housings for an easy install you
can do you self with minimal tools. If you have a jack stand, 16mm
wrench, and rubber mallet, you can do the swap yourself in your
driveway with no need to take it to a service shop! If purchased
pre-pressed in housings, your current housing diameter is not
needed.
E46 M3
Owners:
- We now have a particular part
number specific to the E46 M3. The E46 M3 uses a beefy 60mm housing
and a thick hex shape on the control arm. using non-M3 bushings on
a m3 will result in a fitment that is not ideal. only the E46 M3
specific bushing set will fit properly for a direct easy
installation. We also offer this bushing kit pre-pressed into new
M3 specific housings for a easy install. If you have a jack stand,
16mm wrench, and rubber mallet, you can do the swap yourself in
your driveway!
E46 Xi All Wheel Drive
Owners:
- For Xi owners we have a specific
bushing kit available for you particular application. The Xi
bushing housing is 60mm but completely different from the normal
RWD E46. This bushing is the exact same bushing used in the earlier
E36 3 Series and does not have the hex shaped center. We DO NOT
offer this bushing pre-pressed into a housing. Press work will be
needed incorporating your existing housings.
E46Fanatics Article
*We suggest a solid-type bushing for
cars seeing numerous track days per year. See our solid suspension
component category for further information.
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CA Bushing replacement
From
Duran Quick of
Roseville, California
on
7/3/2009.
Awesome Product, Easy Install
From
Dan of
Sacramento, California
on
10/24/2008.
Awesome Def worth buying!
From
Isaac of
Plano, Texas
on
9/6/2008.
You don't have to buy a new 1 series to get a modern 2002
From
Anthony Mascio of
Houston, Texas
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4/26/2008.
Wow. What a difference.
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Alex Adams of
Union, New Jersey
on
12/21/2007.
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