I did find one other thread that discussed this, but I'm really trying to find a complete kit rather than piecing everything together one at a time.

So far, these are the two websites I'm considering:

http://www.timingbeltkit.com/servlet...kit%2C-/Detail

http://www.prostreetonline.com/pnsku/fjj-0013-hnd.asp

I know that ProStreet is a reliable source and distributes OEM parts, however timingbeltkit offers a valve cover gasket as well as some other seals for just $20 more, which is nice.

Does anyone have any input? Timingbeltkit claims that they use OEM parts, but on the product page for the kit they have a slew of "featured brands" (which I suppose could be where Honda gets their parts from...)

Anyway, if someone could give me some pointers I'd appreciate it. My car is undriveable until I get the tensioner and pump replaced.

 

i ordered my kit from an ebay dealer. all my parts came in OEM packaging

 

Since the timing system is so important I'd just use OEM parts:

www.oemacuraparts.com
www.acuraoemparts.com

 

OE Gates

 

if you wanted to penny pinch you can get the koyo tensioner from amazon for 20, the water pump from acura oem parts, actually get the belt while you're there. the lower cost belt is a gates belt for $25ish

personally i used oem everything when i was into these cars. never had a problem. i did however get an aftermarket belt that was extremely tight fitting. never used it and picked up an oem.

if the belt ever fails on a gsr the motor is gone, best case a few valves. worst you punch holes in pistons

 

Gates is the manufacturer of OE timing belts