hey don burning the midnight
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i would use your old timing set unless there is not enough adjustment to get your cam where you want it then opt for something with more adjustmet. the gear drive thing has kinda went by the wayside.
you should be able to do the cam/timing gear/valve train stuff. get a pushrod length checker and a couple soft springs to replace the valve springs and you can check your piston to valve clearance while you're at it. use some medium strength lock tight on the bolts and use a torque wrench and make sure the threads are clean and dry when you use it.
you should be able to borrow a degree wheel, pushrod length checker, and other assorted stuff from a local cobraite since you're going to use it only once.
take your time and follow the advice in the books and ask lots of questions, you'll be fine.