I build my own external 4x crank position sensor. The machined timing cover from EFI Connection is likely less expensive than building your own external 4x crank position sensor? Maybe you have access to free CAD and free CNC time?
Maybe the $100 EFI Connection timing cover could be reinforced on the inside with a piece of metal. The reinforced metal would be for the cam button to thrust against. I'm thinking the L31 Vortec plastic cover, once reinforced, can withstand nearly the same lateral force as a factory sheet metal timing cover.
dave w
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