BCBC MPE-118BR Engine Expansion Plug Kit

Engine expansion plug kit overview

This Melling engine expansion plug kit is a standard replacement solution for engine rebuilds that need both expansion/freeze plugs and pipe plugs. Made in the USA, it is built for domestic and import engine applications and uses brass construction for corrosion resistance in water jacket service.

Key features

• Brass plug material for water jacket applications
• Press-fit and screw-in attachment types
• Standard replacement grade for rebuild work
• Includes the plug types needed to complete the job
• Made in the USA

Application details

Fits 1966-1980 Buick models, N/A, including Electra, Estate Wagon, LeSabre, Riviera, Century, Regal, Skylark, Apollo, Centurion, GS, Sportwagon, GS 350, Special, and Gran Sport. This part number, MPE-118BR, is listed for stock-style plug kit applications across a wide range of Buick engine rebuilds. If you are restoring or refreshing a Buick LeSabre, Buick Skylark, or other listed Buick model, MPE-118BR provides the plug coverage needed for the engine block assembly.

What this part is used for

• Replacing worn or missing engine block expansion plugs
• Sealing water jacket openings during engine assembly
• Completing rebuilds that require both freeze plugs and pipe plugs
• Restoring proper block sealing after machining or teardown

Installation notes and tips

Verify the engine block plug sizes and locations before installation. Match the plug style to the application requirements, since this kit includes both press-fit and screw-in attachment types. Clean the bores and sealing surfaces thoroughly before installing the plugs to help achieve a proper seal.

Quality assurance

Melling supplies this kit as a standard replacement engine component for rebuild use. The MPE-118BR part number is supported by interchange references including Pioneer Automotive Industries PE-118-BR and other listed cross-reference numbers for the same application.