Posted here a few days ago. Found out my issue and looking for advice. My S has cracked valve retainers im guessing from
overrevving and two of the valves dropped, and are now rubbing against the cam shaft causing a ticking noise. (havnt fell into the engine) At the moment the cars sitting , i plan on buying ap2 retainers but was wondering where to go to get them and what would i need besides retainers? and has anyone had this happen to them before? thanks

 

This is an age old problem https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/topic/569...head-in-place/

get them from Honda along with new keepers/cotters.
I did mine a couple of years ago, piece of piss but be carefull.

 

Several dealers on the web. Majestic Honda in RI is one I've used.

-- Chuck

 

Hondapartsnow.com hondaautomotiveparts.com hondapartsnetwork.com and e-store honda to have stuff delivered to your dealership.

 

any idea what a job like this is going to cost me to
have a mechanic do?

 

If rockers are touching retainer, good chance valve tip broken off. might need valves.

 

well that sounds expensive

 

The valve tip is not broken off.

The retainer is rubbing on the roller, and the roller is transferring metal powder to the cam shaft. You will need a camshaft soon if you wait.

Cost should be 400-550, parts included. Should include complete valve adjustment also.

Can be done while you wait with someone familiar with the job.

 

thanks, im going to pull the valve cover saturday and post pictures. hopefully then i can pinpoint exactly what i need to do. im just hoping its nothing to expensive. i just got this car!

 

would what your mentioning just be fixed by replacing the valve retainers?