Dorman - Autograde Engine Camshaft Plug 550-027

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Dorman - Autograde Engine Camshaft Plug P/N:550-027

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MPN: 550-027

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Dorman - Autograde Engine Camshaft Plug P/N:550-027

$14.99

Description

Seal the rear camshaft bore and keep engine oil contained with the Dorman - Autograde Engine Camshaft Plug 550-027. This concave steel cup expansion plug drives into the bore behind the camshaft to close off the machined opening, and it installs as a direct-fit replacement for hundreds of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Plymouth applications — including the 1994-2003 Dodge Ram 1500 (V8-5.2L, V8-5.9L), 1994-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 (V8-5.9L) and 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (V8-5.2L). See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.

Concave steel cup: a steel expansion plug engineered to match the fit and function of the original piece on the listed applications.
Sized to spec: 1-7/8 in (1.87 in) diameter with a 1.870 in height.
Press-fit install: driven into the camshaft bore opening — not threaded or bolted.
Pack quantity: package contains 10 steel expansion plugs.

If the original cam bore plug is missing or has begun weeping oil, this replaces it. Country of origin: United States.

Interchange: EP-20
EP20 · 1821722

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Interchange Part Numbers

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

1821722, EP-20

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this camshaft plug do?

It's a steel cup expansion plug that seats in the machined bore behind the camshaft, closing the opening to help retain engine oil. It's an oil-side plug, not a coolant or freeze plug.

What size is this plug?

It's a concave steel cup expansion plug measuring 1-7/8 in (1.87 in) in diameter with a height of 1.870 in.

How is it installed?

It's a press-fit expansion plug that is driven into the camshaft bore opening. It is not threaded or bolted in — consult the vehicle service information for the correct procedure.

How many plugs come in the package?

The package contains 10 steel expansion plugs.

What are signs this plug may need replacing?

An engine oil leak or seepage at the rear camshaft bore may indicate the original plug has failed. Diagnose the source of the leak before replacing to confirm this is the cause.