3/1/1 Engine Timing Cover

[ct9989]

I am running a gen 3 short block with gen 1 heads and gen 1 timing.
What timing cover should I use ?

Also, is there anything else that I need to consider for the build.

Thanks

 

[ESP41]

I’m running a 3-1-1 with an aluminator short block. I used my 1st gen timing cover.
Your 1st gen crank sensor will not work with a third gen backing plate. You either need to swap to a 1st gen backing plate or get the adaptor ring from Make it Modular

2011-2017 Coyote Crankshaft Position Sensor to Gen 3 Coyote Back Plate

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I used 1st gen head gaskets.