Flat tappet to solid roller...

check hughs engines
I like the Comp Xr280R too and wanted to get it but Howards cam suggested by IQ52 seems to be just perfect fit so I will go this way.
check the hughs engines web site. they offer a steel gear that will work w/ any cam , billet or cast. I have one in mine, w/ the xr 292 solid roller.