Glossary “core hole” Definition:
1). Hole provided to facilitate sand casting. 2). Cavity in a casting caused by the shifting of the core during manufacturing.
What is core?
core
Glossary “core” Definition:
1). The interior of a hollow casing. 2). The coolant passages and fins of a radiator or heater found between the two header tanks. 3). Used part or assembly that is to be returned to the vendor for rebuilding.
core hole plug
Glossary “core hole plug” Definition:
Plug used to provide a seal for a core hole.
core plug
Glossary “core plug” Definition:
Metal cup-shaped disc in a cast component, such as the engine block, to seal openings required by the casting tools that may be pushed out to protect it from freezing damage. Also known as freeze plug.
core shift
Glossary “core shift” Definition:
Condition where one side of a cylinder bore is thicker than the other side.