1985 5.0 Build using a 1995 long block

Do I need a steel gear for the distributor if I am using the 1995 5.0 SN95 camshaft?
I want to build myself a 5.0. Particularly a 1984-6 GT 4bbl Holley 600 vacuum secondary Carburetor with Duraspark II Ignition version.

Duraspark II wiring diagram

I have a 1995 5.0 long block.
I know that I will need an appropriate timing cover that has the mounting boss for a mechanical fuel pump and I will need a matching set of accessories and brackets and pulleys. It has been a long time since I have looked under the hood of a '84 or '85 GT so I can't see this image in my head at the moment. (If anyone has a picture of the pulleys and brackets, can I borrow it?)

Most likely I will be using a 2G alternator which would be correct for this year.

Also a C2 power steering pump.


The 2 main questions that I have for you 5.0 guys is...
1) What camshaft came in the 1995 5.0 engine ? and
2) What distributor gear do I need to use so that the cam gear will not get chewed off of the cam?

DISCLAIMER: I have borrowed all of the pictures from the Internet including an engine picture from Mustang Monthly !

Thanks Gen. I'll be installing in a Mustang

General karthief said:

These members have extensive experience building roller blocks too, as you know it been done many times, this is the place for first gen stangs regardless of motivation. Now get to work, post some pics of your progress and I'll be following too

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So can you tell me about the CAM and Distributor gear or not ?