This retainer does fit, and it's very easy to install. I also installed the new OEM seal on the crankshaft; it's got a metal plate built into the back of it and is far more heavy-duty than the seal I had installed previously.

Soon, I'll get the belts back on and crank it to check for leaks. Stay tuned...

 

Good news...after a long, hot morning, the car's done and running fine—no leaks!

I did end up putting the timing/balancer belts on and running it with the timing covers off and no alt or ps belts, so I could easily check for any leaks. At first it didn't want to start like this, so I hooked up both of the alternator connections and tried again. Started right up. I ran it like this (off the battery alone) for several minutes and never saw a drop of oil appear.

Final word: The Honda OEM crankshaft seal is far superior to the other available options out there, based on parts that I've seen online and at local auto stores; the fit is much snugger and the construction is much more substantial. Wish I'd never used anything else when I did the t-belt the first time around.

Thanks again to everyone that offered a helping hand. Much appreciated!

 

Thanks for posting final outcome. Too often posters forget this and we are left to wonder.

good luck

 

Thanks for coming back to let us know how things went.

 

Yes, thanks for coming back..... good job of getting it done