How do I identify which Ford 302/351W timing cover I need?

The chart identifies covers by features: dipstick hole (RTCF-302A has one, RTCF-302B doesn't), crankshaft sensor mount (present on RTCF-302C and RTCF-302FP, absent on RTCF-302D), and fuel pump type (mechanical on 302A, 302B, 302FP; electric on 302C and 302D).

Which timing cover has both a crankshaft sensor mount and a mechanical fuel pump provision?

RTCF-302FP is shown with both a crankshaft sensor mount and a mechanical fuel pump.

What is the RTCF-351RF timing cover for?

It is identified for applications with a reverse rotation water pump and serpentine belt.

Which covers are for engines with an electric fuel pump?

RTCF-302C (with crankshaft sensor mount) and RTCF-302D (without crankshaft sensor mount) are labeled for electric fuel pump applications.

What is the difference between RTCF-302A and RTCF-302B?

Both have a mechanical fuel pump provision, but RTCF-302A has a dipstick hole while RTCF-302B does not.

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Ford 302 & 351W Timing Cover Identification Guide - RTCF Part Numbers

Ford 302-351W timing cover identification chart with six covers and part numbers

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Reference chart identifying six Ford 302-351W timing covers (RTCF-302A through 302RR) by features and part numbers.

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This document is a pictorial identification guide for Ford 302 and 351 Windsor (351W) engine timing covers. It shows six photographs of different timing cover castings, each labeled with a part number and callout arrows identifying distinguishing features. RTCF-302A has a dipstick hole and a mechanical fuel pump mounting boss. RTCF-302B lacks the dipstick hole but retains the mechanical fuel pump provision. RTCF-302C features a crankshaft (position) sensor mount and is configured for an electric fuel pump (no mechanical pump boss). RTCF-302D has no crankshaft sensor mount and is for electric fuel pump applications. RTCF-302FP combines a crankshaft sensor mount with a mechanical fuel pump provision. RTCF-351RF is identified for reverse-rotation water pump, serpentine belt applications. A reader can use this chart to visually identify which timing cover variant is fitted to (or required for) a given 302/351W engine, based on the presence or absence of the dipstick hole, mechanical fuel pump boss, and crankshaft sensor mount, as well as water pump rotation and belt style. The document appears to be aftermarket/replacement parts literature (part numbers prefixed RTCF).

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How do I identify which Ford 302/351W timing cover I need?: The chart identifies covers by features: dipstick hole (RTCF-302A has one, RTCF-302B doesn't), crankshaft sensor mount (present on RTCF-302C and RTCF-302FP, absent on RTCF-302D), and fuel pump type (mechanical on 302A, 302B, 302FP; electric on 302C and 302D).
Which timing cover has both a crankshaft sensor mount and a mechanical fuel pump provision?: RTCF-302FP is shown with both a crankshaft sensor mount and a mechanical fuel pump.
What is the RTCF-351RF timing cover for?: It is identified for applications with a reverse rotation water pump and serpentine belt.
Which covers are for engines with an electric fuel pump?: RTCF-302C (with crankshaft sensor mount) and RTCF-302D (without crankshaft sensor mount) are labeled for electric fuel pump applications.
What is the difference between RTCF-302A and RTCF-302B?: Both have a mechanical fuel pump provision, but RTCF-302A has a dipstick hole while RTCF-302B does not.