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#1605552 06/12/2026 4:09 PM
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Time to install new frost plugs, as well as the camshaft bearing plug, I’m guessing the frost will be a standard size. What about the camshaft bearing plug? Is this part specific to this engine series?

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Same 2326195 part number from 1939 228" engine to 1960 302".


'57 GMC 102, Original 347 V8, HydraMatic, 3.08 rear gear, added A/C, disk front brakes, HEI, AFB carb, '98 Honda Black Currant paint. T-boned and totaled 10/12
'52 GMC 152 Stake Bed, Original 228, SM420, added A/C, HEI, disk front brakes, '67 Chev 3.55 rear gear. Gets used as a real truck.
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Dave - Check out this previous thread on the GMC 6 front and rear freeze plugs and camshaft bearing plug. Was in response to a GMC 270 question, but as Bill says, they are the same.

My part numbers came from an earlier GMC Parts Books resource than Bill's part number, but as far as I know they are the same plugs. After seeing Bill's provided GM#, I found it listed in the 1963 GMC Master Parts Book. This reference doesn't provide dimensions, but the same GM# is listed for Chevy applications and one description listed the cam bearing plug dimensions as "rear brg. cup (1-63/64")". For whatever reason, my previous search didn't turn up Bill's part number. headscratch

Did you need info on the block side "frost plugs" too?
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Yes, regarding the side frost plugs, if you find the Dorman pt number that would simplify the search, thanks !

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The side of block core plugs (5) are originally GM# 663032 - Plug, cylinder block 1-1/4" OD (cup style).

You can get Dorman 555-023 which is a 1-1/4" OD cup style "steel" core plug, or Dorman 565-023, which is a 1-1/4" OD cup style "brass" core plug. wink
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