BCBC MPE-848BR Engine Expansion Plug Kit

Engine Freeze Plug Kit Overview

Melling MPE-848BR is a standard replacement engine expansion plug kit for rebuild work that requires both expansion/freeze plugs and pipe plugs. It is made in the USA and uses brass construction for applications that call for a durable, corrosion-resistant sealing solution.

Compatible With Chevrolet Express 1500, Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 1500, GMC Savana 2500, GMC Savana 3500, Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet C2500, Chevrolet C3500, Chevrolet K2500, Chevrolet K3500, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC C2500, GMC C3500, GMC K2500, GMC K3500, GMC Yukon, Chevrolet C1500, Chevrolet K1500, GMC C1500, and GMC K1500 across the listed stock applications.

• Brass material for engine sealing applications.
• Press-fit and screw-in attachment types.
• Standard replacement grade for rebuild service.
• Includes the plug types needed to complete the job.

Fitment and Application Details

This kit is built around Melling’s engine rebuild coverage approach, supplying the freeze plug and pipe plug requirements for the listed domestic and import applications. The MPE-848BR part number is useful when matching a rebuild kit to the correct engine block plug configuration, and MPE-848BR is referenced for the same application in interchange data.

Fits 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 1500, N/A. Fits 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 2500, N/A. Fits 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express 3500, N/A. Fits 1996-2002 GMC Savana 1500, N/A. Fits 1996-2002 GMC Savana 2500, N/A. Fits 1996-2002 GMC Savana 3500, N/A. Fits 1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 Chevrolet C2500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 Chevrolet C3500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 Chevrolet K2500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 Chevrolet K3500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 GMC C2500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 GMC C3500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 GMC K2500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 GMC K3500, N/A. Fits 1996-2000 GMC Yukon, N/A. Fits 1996-1999 Chevrolet C1500, N/A. Fits 1996-1999 Chevrolet K1500, N/A. Fits 1996-1999 GMC C1500, N/A. Fits 1996-1999 GMC K1500, N/A.

Common Uses

• Replacing worn or corroded engine block plugs during rebuilds.
• Restoring coolant sealing at freeze plug locations.
• Completing an engine assembly when pipe plugs are required.
• Matching brass plug construction to the engine’s service needs.

Installation Notes

Verify the engine block plug style before installation, since this kit includes both press-fit and screw-in attachment types. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and confirm the correct plug size and thread style for the application before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Melling states this kit is made in the USA and supplies the plug components needed for the listed engine rebuild applications. The MPE-848BR is a standard replacement part designed for rebuild service, and the brass construction supports consistent sealing performance in the intended applications.