I just got a low mileage jdm B18B longblock from Hmotorsonline and I was wondering what all should be replaced or inspected before I try putting the motor in? Here is a list of everything Ive got so far (everything is OEM Honda unless otherwise noted),

1. timing belt, water pump, timing belt tensioner
2. power steering and alternator belt (no a/c)
3. exedy stage 1 clutch (getting stock flywheel resurfaced)
4. Raxles oem replacement axles
5. spark plugs and wires
6. fuel filter
7. lower ball joints
8. Skunk2 cam plug
9. complete valve cover gasket
10. oil pan gasket


So am I missing anything that should be done while I'm swapping in the new motor? I already have a brand new distributor and all metal radiator in the car so I'm good on those. Only thing I'm kinda wondering is if I should get a new alternator too. The motor comes with one but I'm not sure if I should go ahead and use that or replaced it with a newer one while the motor is out and its easy. I'm getting ready to go off to school and my goal is to basically not have to touch this car, other than oil changes and gas, for atleast 4 years after I do all this stuff. So give me a list of everything that should be done or inspected before I drop this bad boy in!

 

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make sure you get the spring to go with the tensioner, i wouldn't replace the oil pan gasket unless it looks like its leaking, rear main seal would be a good idea, and get some honda Mtf for your tranny

*dizzy cap and rotor *
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see, I forgot all about that little spring. Its little stuff like that I need to remember to get before I do this. Good call on the rear main seal too, those are a pain to do after the motor is in.

Anything else guys? Like I said, after I do this swap I really dont want to have to touch this car for a while!