{"product_id":"bcbc-mpe-280br-engine-expansion-plug-kit","title":"BCBC MPE-280BR Engine Expansion Plug Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEngine Expansion Plug Kit Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass construction for water jacket plug service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes expansion\/freeze plugs and pipe plugs for the application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for rebuild assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock line from Melling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Application Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing worn or corroded freeze plugs during engine rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompleting block sealing after machining or teardown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring coolant passage sealing in stock engine assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing missing or damaged expansion plugs in listed engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMelling 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BCBC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669350670517,"sku":"BCBC-MPE-280BR","price":26.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ML_MPE280BR_Kit.jpg?v=1793690888","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/bcbc-mpe-280br-engine-expansion-plug-kit","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}