It won't hurt to replace the thermostat. I suggest an OEM honda version. I don't consider the thermostat an maintenance item and would only personally replace if you have coolant temperature issues where the car takes forever to warm up to operating temp, or if it was stuck closed and overheats.

It really doesn't matter that you live in FL. The coolant temperature gets to around 200 °F, so a northern thermostat will see the same temps as a FL thermostat.

 

got it thanks! yes I got a OEM thermostat. car warms up to operating temp pretty quick. dont think there are any issues. ill just hold the part for now.

bt

 

is the oil pump accessible while doing the timing belt? if you know. I purchased a oil pump seal/gasket, as I have a few minor oil leak issues. nothing major.