BCBC MPE-280BR Engine Expansion Plug Kit
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BCBC MPE-280BR Engine Expansion Plug Kit

Brand BCBC MPE-280BR
Material Brass
Attachment Type Press fit
Attachment Type Screw in
Grade Type Standard replacement
Product line Stock
Fits Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 122 vehicles

Brass construction. Provides a durable water jacket plug material for rebuild service.

Standard replacement. Built for engine rebuild assembly with application-specific coverage.

Made in the USA. Melling supplies this kit for domestic and import engine applications.

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Engine Expansion Plug Kit Overview

The Melling MPE-280BR is a standard replacement engine expansion plug kit for engine rebuild work. It is built with brass plugs and covers both press-fit and screw-in plug requirements for the listed applications.

Key Features

  • Brass construction for water jacket plug service
  • Includes expansion/freeze plugs and pipe plugs for the application
  • Standard replacement grade for rebuild assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Stock line from Melling

Detailed Application Coverage

This MPE-280BR kit is listed for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury engines, including Ford F-150, Ford Mustang, Ford E-150, and Ford E-250 applications. It is also listed for Lincoln Town Car and Mercury Grand Marquis coverage, with notes that some Mustang applications exclude Cobra models with an aluminum cylinder block. For engine builders working on a Ford Mustang, Ford F-150, or Ford Explorer, this kit helps simplify plug selection during assembly by grouping the required expansion and pipe plugs into one application-specific kit.

Common Uses

  • Replacing worn or corroded freeze plugs during engine rebuilds
  • Completing block sealing after machining or teardown
  • Restoring coolant passage sealing in stock engine assemblies
  • Addressing missing or damaged expansion plugs in listed engines

Installation Notes

Verify engine code and block material before installation, especially on Mustang Cobra applications with an aluminum cylinder block exclusion. Confirm whether the engine uses press-fit or screw-in plug locations, and match the kit to the listed application before assembly. Clean the plug bores thoroughly and inspect sealing surfaces for corrosion or damage prior to installation.

Quality Assurance

Melling states this kit is made in the USA and supplied as a standard replacement solution for engine rebuild applications. The MPE-280BR part number identifies this brass expansion plug kit for the listed coverage.

Related reading

This part fits 122 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersFuel TypeNotes
2014FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2014FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2013FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2013FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2012FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2012FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2011FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2011FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2010FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2010FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2010FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2010FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2009FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2009FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2009FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2009FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2008FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2008FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2008FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2008FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2007FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2007FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2007FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2007FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2006FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2006FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2006FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2006FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2005FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2005FordE-150 Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2005FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2005FordExplorer—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2005FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2005FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2004FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordE-150 Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordExplorer—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordF-150 Heritage—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2004FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
2003FordE-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2003FordE-150 Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2003FordE-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2003FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2003FordExplorer—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2003FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2003FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
2002FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
2002FordE-150 Econoline—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2002FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2002FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2002FordExplorer—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2002FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2002FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2002LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
2002MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
2002MercuryMountaineer—4.6LV8—Stock
2001FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
2001FordE-150 Econoline—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2001FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2001FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2001FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2001FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
2001LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
2001MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
2000FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
2000FordE-150 Econoline—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2000FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2000FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2000FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
2000FordMustang—4.6LV8—Stock
2000LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
2000MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1999FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1999FordE-150 Econoline—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1999FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1999FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1999FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1999FordF-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1999FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
1999LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1999MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1998FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1998FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1998FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1998FordF-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1998FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
1998LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1998MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1997FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1997FordExpedition—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1997FordF-150—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1997FordF-250—4.6LV8—Standard Plug Kit; Stock
1997FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
1997FordThunderbird—4.6LV8GASStock
1997LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1997MercuryCougar—4.6LV8—Stock
1997MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1996FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1996FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8—Except Cobra With Aluminum Cylinder Block; Stock
1996FordThunderbird—4.6LV8GASStock
1996LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1996MercuryCougar—4.6LV8—Stock
1996MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1995FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1995FordThunderbird—4.6LV8GASStock
1995LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1995MercuryCougar—4.6LV8—Stock
1995MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1994FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1994FordThunderbird—4.6LV8GASStock
1994LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1994MercuryCougar—4.6LV8—Stock
1994MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1993FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1993LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1993MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock
1992FordCrown Victoria—4.6LV8GASStock
1992LincolnTown Car—4.6LV8—Stock
1992MercuryGrand Marquis—4.6LV8—Stock