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BCBC MPE-128BR Engine Expansion Plug Kit
| Brand | BCBC MPE-128BR |
|---|---|
| Material | Brass |
| Attachment Type | Press fit |
| Attachment Type | Screw in |
| Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Product line | Stock |
| Fits | Ford · 68 vehicles |
Standard replacement. Application-based engine plug kit for rebuilds and block sealing.
Brass construction. Chosen for water jacket plug service and corrosion resistance.
Made in USA. Melling supplies a convenient kit for engine rebuild coverage.
Cross-references Pioneer Automotive Industries PE-128-BR, 97-39B and 567-029 for the same application. See all 4.
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Engine Expansion Plug Kit Overview
This Melling engine expansion plug kit is a standard replacement solution for engine rebuilds that require both expansion/freeze plugs and pipe plugs. Made in the USA, it is built for domestic and import engine applications where complete plug coverage matters.
Key Features
- Brass construction for water jacket plug applications
- Press-fit and screw-in attachment types
- Standard replacement grade for engine rebuild work
- Includes the plug types needed to complete the job
- Made in the USA
Detailed Description
Melling MPE-128BR is an engine expansion plug kit designed to simplify rebuild preparation by grouping the required expansion/freeze plugs and pipe plugs into one application-specific kit. The brass material supports water jacket plug use, while the mixed attachment styles cover the plug requirements commonly found in engine block service. This Melling MPE-128BR kit is a practical choice for Ford Ranger, Ford Mustang, and other listed Ford applications when replacing worn or missing block plugs during engine assembly.
The Stock product line focuses on convenient, application-based coverage for engine rebuilds, helping reduce the time spent sourcing individual plugs. For buyers working on a Ford Ranger, Ford Mustang, or similar domestic engine platform, MPE-128BR provides a direct parts-match approach for the listed engine plug requirements.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing corroded or leaking freeze plugs
- Completing an engine block rebuild
- Restoring coolant jacket sealing
- Replacing missing pipe plugs during assembly
- Addressing plug service on listed Ford engine applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the engine code and block configuration before installation, since plug requirements vary by application. Clean the block bores and threaded ports thoroughly so the press-fit and screw-in plugs seat correctly. Confirm the listed fitment for your exact Ford Ranger, Ford Mustang, or other vehicle application before ordering. MPE-128BR is listed with stock fitment notes and should be matched to the engine rebuild specification, not just the vehicle model.
Quality Assurance
Melling manufactures this kit in the USA and supplies it as a standard replacement engine component for rebuild use. Part number MPE-128BR is also cross-referenced to Pioneer Automotive Industries PE-128-BR for the same application.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1994 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1993 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1993 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1992 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1992 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1991 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1991 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1990 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1990 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1989 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1989 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1988 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1988 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1988 | Ford | Thunderbird | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1987 | Ford | Aerostar | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1987 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1987 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1987 | Ford | Thunderbird | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1986 | Ford | Aerostar | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1986 | Ford | LTD | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1986 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1986 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1986 | Ford | Thunderbird | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1985 | Ford | LTD | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1985 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1985 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1985 | Ford | Thunderbird | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1984 | Ford | LTD | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1984 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1984 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1984 | Ford | Thunderbird | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1983 | Ford | Fairmont | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1983 | Ford | LTD | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1983 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1983 | Ford | Ranger | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1983 | Ford | Thunderbird | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1982 | Ford | Courier | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1982 | Ford | Fairmont | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1982 | Ford | Granada | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1982 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1981 | Ford | Courier | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1981 | Ford | Fairmont | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1981 | Ford | Granada | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1981 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1980 | Ford | Courier | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1980 | Ford | Fairmont | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1980 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1980 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1979 | Ford | Courier | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1979 | Ford | Fairmont | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1979 | Ford | Mustang | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1979 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1978 | Ford | Courier | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1978 | Ford | Fairmont | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1978 | Ford | Mustang II | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1978 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1977 | Ford | Courier | 2.3L | L4 | — | Stock |
| 1977 | Ford | Mustang II | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1977 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1976 | Ford | Mustang II | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1976 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1975 | Ford | Mustang II | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1975 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1974 | Ford | Mustang II | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
| 1974 | Ford | Pinto | 2.3L | L4 | GAS | Stock |
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