Pioneer Cables PE-118-B Engine Expansion Plug Kit

Engine Expansion Plug Kit for Buick and Pontiac

Pioneer Cables PE-118-B is an engine expansion plug kit for cylinder block service and rebuild work. It is listed for a broad range of Buick and Pontiac applications, including Buick Skylark, Regal, Century, Riviera, and LeSabre, plus Pontiac Bonneville, Catalina, Laurentian, and Parisienne.

Built with brass construction, this PE-118-B expansion plug kit is specified for corrosion resistance in engine block applications where a durable sealing plug is required. It is a practical choice for engine rebuilders and repair work on classic Buick and Pontiac engines.

Key Features

• Engine expansion plug kit for cylinder block components
• Brass construction for strong corrosion resistance
• Application coverage for 1966-1980 Buick and Pontiac vehicles
• Suitable for rebuild and repair service on vintage engines
• Pioneer Cables PE-118-B identification for accurate ordering

Detailed Description

Pioneer Cables PE-118-B is an engine expansion plug kit intended for cylinder block sealing service on select Buick and Pontiac models. The brass material provides the corrosion resistance commonly required in cooling-system and engine-block applications, helping maintain a reliable seal in rebuild environments. This part number, PE-118-B, is listed for vehicles such as 1966-1980 Buick LeSabre, 1973-1977 Buick Century and Regal, 1966-1972 and 1975-1976 Buick Skylark, 1977-1978 Buick Riviera, and 1978-1980 Pontiac Bonneville and Catalina.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Leaking or deteriorated engine block expansion plugs
• Corrosion at cylinder block sealing points
• Cooling-system service during engine rebuilds
• Replacement needs on classic Buick and Pontiac engines
• Restoration work requiring brass expansion plugs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the engine block plug size and location before installation. Clean the bore thoroughly, inspect for pitting or damage, and install the plug to the correct depth for a secure seal. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model before ordering PE-118-B.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer offers expansion plugs in brass, steel, stainless steel, and threaded styles, with brass selected here for corrosion resistance in engine block service. PE-118-B is a cataloged Pioneer Cables part number for rebuild and repair use.