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Old 07-31-2014, 04:04 PM   #98 (permalink)
Daox
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CM400E - '81 Honda CM400E
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Sorry, I forgot to answer that question. I got all my parts from rockauto.com. I have yet to find a place that can beat most of their prices. I am not replacing the head bolts on mine. I've done both on previous engine repairs (used new and reused) and have never had issues. A new set of head bolts seems a bit steep at $55 for a set. I did a search and a lot of guys say they have reused them. I'm also not replacing a lot of the gaskets either. I've never had issues reusing an exhaust manifold gasket. If the intake or coolant passage leaks, I'll put some rtv on it. I know its cheap, but I've also done it before and it works fine.

Here is my parts list:
head gasket
timing belt, idler & water pump
spark plugs (iridium)
valve cover gasket
control arm bushings
camshaft seal
front motor mount
accessory belt (2)
oil filter
ball joints
cabin air filter
intake air filter

The total for all that was $216 shipped.
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