Control arm and ball joint replacement

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Hi guys,

Apparently my control arm ball joints and caster bushes are worn and need replacing. I'm hoping to do this myself as the euro garage wants $1200 to do it, including parts.

i think im on the right track with ordering the right parts but i'd like come confirmation from you guys, if possible.

Am i better off replacing the whole control arm as well as new ball joints? The seem cheap enough

2 FRONT LOWER Control Arm BMW X5 E53 99-06 - eBay Control Arms, Suspension, Steering, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 07-Jul-10 20:14:36 AEST)

Are these the right ball joints? (scroll down on the page)

BMW Parts and BMW Accessories | Bavarian Autosport

Do i need to do the control arm uppers and lowers or just the lowers?

Where might i find tension bushings? Cant see them on the bavauto website.

thanks again guys,

Mike