Timing belt OEM Honda or OEM Volvo

Who has the best deal on a genuine Honda j35 timing belt in Charlotte? Anyone know of specials?

I replaced mine at 80k when it was 8 years old and the belt still looked perfect.

I've done many timing belts. The locking tool is a "nice to have" but certainly not required. You should be checking your cam sprocket alignment before turning the engine over, anyway, so just take your time and be careful and you'll avoid most issues.

My 1994 Honda Prelude VTEC had its original timing belt at 242k, and had no cracking or obvious signs of wear.

change it. do it at the dealer, and don't use an aftermarket belt. I changed mine at the millage i was supposed to(70,000, i think), at a local garage, and he 'saved' me $10 by using a non-honda manufactred belt. fast forward another 30,000 miles and the belt broke. caused $3000 in damages to my top end, (bent valves, etc,) and was not covered by warranty (car, belt or manufacturer). it totalled my car.