If you haven't already, be sure to get the service manual since there is important info in there. When putting the top end back together, the cylinder head cover doesn't get a gasket but uses Hondabond instead (per the manual). You need to be tidy when applying the Hondabond, and there are some keep-out zones illustrated in the book. You have to keep the sealant out of these areas to avoid it squeezing into the cam bores which would be bad.
Other advice:
* Since you are rebuilding your clutch, take the time to file the grooves out of the clutch basket. This will let the clutch plates float better and will give smoother clutch action and less drag.
* Use a torque wrench for every fastener. It will take longer, but it will prevent pulling the threads out of the aluminum. I've worked on many motors where the bolts have been overtorqued, which pulls the threads a bit. After a few more assembly / disassembly operations they strip completely.
* Clean mating flanges completely. Don't gouge them with a metal scraper. The easiest way (and a good excuse to buy a tool if you don't have one yet) is a 90 degree air grinder with a scotchbrite pad. Something like this: http://www.harborfreight.com/air-ang...der-32046.html
* Install paper gaskets without sealant. You can put a light coating of oil on the side cover gaskets if you want to ease disassembly later.
- Frank
1984 200ES Big Red
1985 350X (x2)
1986 350X
1986 250SX
1984 Auto-X
1984 ATC70
1985 ATC70