{"product_id":"powerflex-bmw-e46-m3-front-wishbone-rear-bushes-aluminium-low-friction-pair","title":"Powerflex BMW E46 M3 Front Wishbone Rear Bushes - Aluminium Low-Friction Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair of Powerflex aluminium-outer front wishbone rear bushes for BMW E46 M3, including CSL.\u003c\/strong\u003e Renew worn front lower-control-arm mounting bushes with the low-friction, anodised-aluminium design rather than using a basic rubber replacement. Powerflex positions the PFF5-5601M3 as a higher-performance alternative to PFF5-4601M3 for improved control of wishbone deflection under braking and cornering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBMW E46 M3 compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW E46 M3 and M3 CSL with original thicker M3 front wishbones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal mounting bush size: \u003cstrong\u003e60 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW OE cross-references: \u003cstrong\u003e31122229857\u003c\/strong\u003e and original brackets \u003cstrong\u003e31122229623\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003e31122229624\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for standard non-M3 E46 wishbones.\u003c\/strong\u003e For those applications, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bmw-e46-track-day-motorsport-parts\"\u003eE46 chassis parts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose road or track compound\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePFF5-5601M3:\u003c\/strong\u003e low-friction Road Series poly\/aluminium construction for responsive fast-road and dual-purpose use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePFF5-5601M3BLK:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Series for drivers prioritising maximum precision over isolation, with greater potential noise and vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as a pair (2 bushes)\u003c\/strong\u003e covering both front wishbone rear positions. Prices correspond to the complete axle pair, not one single bush. Existing original brackets are reused and must be checked for damage and suitability. A wheel alignment is recommended after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon symptoms and related upgrades\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcessive fore-aft movement of ageing front wishbone bushes may contribute to vague steering, wandering under braking and inconsistent front-wheel geometry. Inspect the complete front suspension, ball joints and tyres before assuming the bushes are responsible. For further geometry control consider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/millway-motorsport\"\u003eMillway Motorsport\u003c\/a\u003e camber plates and arms, or see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bmw-e46-track-day-motorsport-parts\"\u003eE46 track day preparation collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these add caster?\u003c\/strong\u003e No intentional offset is specified for this centred version. If you need extra caster, use the separate \u003cstrong\u003ePFF5-5601GM3\u003c\/strong\u003e eccentric bush range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they suitable for a standard E46 330Ci?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Use the E46 non-M3 bush and bracket options instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the original brackets included?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This kit replaces the bushes within the compatible original M3 wishbone brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Powerflex","offers":[{"title":"Road Series","offer_id":67627427234182,"sku":"PFF5-5601M3","price":167.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black Series","offer_id":67627427266950,"sku":"PFF5-5601M3BLK","price":184.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/0411\/2989\/files\/image_1920.png?v=1792051064","url":"https:\/\/www.nineteen72performance.co.uk\/products\/powerflex-bmw-e46-m3-front-wishbone-rear-bushes-aluminium-low-friction-pair","provider":"Nineteen72 Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}