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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 10:09 AM
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does anyone know the size of the freeze plugs in the block of a 352? i cant find the size in any book i have and only need 1 plug. i really don't want to use a ruber type.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 10:14 AM
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I believe they are an 1 1/4". What freeze plug you trying to replace?
 
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Originally Posted by hoyler1969
does anyone know the size of the freeze plugs in the block of a 352? i cant find the size in any book i have and only need 1 plug. i really don't want to use a ruber type.
6-C8AZ-6026-A Core Plug 1.75" O.D. (Brass or Steel)
 
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Old Feb 7, 2007 | 01:31 PM
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thanks bill, that did the trick.
 
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The correct size is 1 49/64.
 
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The correct size is 1 49/64.
That's funny, all the parts books say 1.75 O.D.
 
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I just took the freeze plug in with me to the auto parts store and the guy matched it up.
 
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I wonder if you could look at and tell the difference in 1/64"

John
 
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Hammer it enough and it'll go in
 
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