Product Details
Owners of the 2008-2013 BMW 128i 1 Series can fit the Whiteline Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Kit (46.1mm OD). Placement: front. Whiteline's note for this fit: Adds 0.5 degrees Camber. Chassis code: E82/E88. The kit contains 2 bushings, 2 tubes, 2 bolts, and 2 nuts. Order it as part number KCA431.
Camber is the sideways lean of the wheel when viewed from the front. An offset control arm bushing places the pivot slightly off-center, which shifts the wheel's camber by a small, fixed amount without replacing the arm. On a lowered car that is often enough to bring the tires back toward an even footprint.
Installation is rated difficult, with about 2.5 hours of work listed. An alignment is required after installation. To go with it on the 128i 1 Series, see Rear Sway Bar Link, Adjustable Front Sway Bar Link, and Rear Subframe Mount Bushing.
Features
- Install guide: An install guide comes in the box.
- Finish: The metal parts are powder coated for durability.
- Corrosion protection: Rust protection comes from plating on the metal parts.
- Hardware: Supplied with mounting hardware.
- Bushing compound: The elastomer formulation is chosen to shrug off oil, grease, ozone, and the elements.
- Material: The part is made of polyurethane.
Specifications
| Part Number | KCA431 |
| Part Name | Control Arm Bushing |
| Vehicle | 2008-2013 BMW 128i 1 Series |
| Chassis Code | E82/E88 |
| Bushing 1 Inner Diameter | 12 mm |
| Bushing 1 Outer Diameter | 46.1 mm |
| Bushing Quantity | 2 Bushings |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Installation Difficulty | Difficult |
| Installation Time (hrs) | 2.5 |
| Kit Contents | 2 Bushings, 2 Tubes, 2 Bolts, 2 Nuts |
| Material | Polyurethane |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Vehicle Placement | Front |
| Wheel Alignment Required | Yes |
| Notes | Adds 0.5Degree Camber |