A bronze gear is used if you are not sure about what cam you have and therefore its a safe solution. Problem is the bronze gear wears very quickly. I replaced mine in my mustang after only 3,000 miles I could already see wear. Since you know you have a roller cam and the manf recommends a steel gear I would go that route.
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