Very simple fix

 

@Oddtodd1013 you only have this solenoid in the rear on the 05-07. The front has no solenoid like the 08-10.

I would change the camshaft cover seal while you're back there.
Shown on the front head but same process in the rear:

 

Thank you that video is perfect. I was worried that it was the rear valve cover and was hoping it wasnt. Is there any risk ordering the gasket linked on description from amazon? The shipping is a little quicker than rock auto. Or should I just head to honda for oem? I'm sure they wouldnt be too much more from honda. Thanks again!

 

Honestly, this is a part I'd probably go OEM for, assuming it's not prohibitively expensive. Check Majestic Honda and Bernardi Honda for pricing.

I'm not familiar with how to differentiate a rear valve cover gasket leak from a spool valve gasket leak.

Anyways, if you plan on keeping the car long-term, you might want to consider a valve adjustment soon (typically recommended on this forum around 150K). You'll have to replace the valve cover gaskets at that point anyway.

 

I thought one of the issues on this repair is that honda does not sell the internal gasket. I bought a kit with both gaskets from NAPA. It was in stock.

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So I called local dealer to see of they had the gaskets in stock, turns out they only sell the one gasket and not the internal. Sounded like they would rather sell me the whole assembly.

I cant seam to find the internal gasket oem from majestic or bernardine, again only the filter gasket and whole assembly is all I see. Since I'm not interested in buying the whole assembly does it make sense to buy the oem filter gasket and the set of two from amazon just for the middle gasket? Or roll the dice on dorman since it looks like a relatively easy change out.

I have looked into the valve adjustment just a little bit. I'm not sure if that is something that I would be able to diy or better off leave it to the professionals. I am slightly worried about my timing belt. No noises or strange behavior, I just dont have any way to prove it was definately changed before I purchased. They had reported changing spark plugs as well, which I pulled after doing the s-vcm. By the way they looked I am doubtful they had ever been changed.

 

Yup. Go after market.

I think Autozone and Advanced auto sells the Dorman brand.
I would try these before sinking 100-200 on the unit itself

 

Thanks I found the kit at napa in stock $30. There was also a second kit part number ATM 2112935 is that for a front spool valve? I thought the 2005 only had one in the rear.

 

This one will be for the front spooler.

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I think you should bite the bullet and buy the entire Honda part. Those aftermarket gaskets don't seem to work very well.

 

I do believe there are two gaskets relating to the spool valve --- one on top(?) and one internal. The top one is sold separately by Honda. The internal one, I believe, is not --- you need to buy the whole spool valve. I'm unsure if a new spool valve comes with both gaskets. I think my memory is correct here but I could be completely wrong.

Read some more threads to gauge the reliability of the Dorman or other aftermarket gaskets. My impression was that they don't last very long. I'd lean towards buying the entire OEM part.

I've read that the valve adjustments on the V6s are difficult since you're working in the blind on the rear bank. I would take it to a professional. I've never done one and wouldn't want to learn on a V6... if you screw it up, there could be very bad consequences.

The timing belt really should be changed soon if it hasn't been done. It's not really a good idea to roll the dice with this. Another member had a similar question recently --- feel free to either post your VIN here or shoot me a PM and I can try to see if there are any records of the timing belt being done on CarFax's maintenance tool.

Who reported the spark plugs being changed... previous owner?

You're right that the 2005-2007 VCM1 engines only have one spool valve. The 2008+ VCM2 engines also have a front one that we VCM1 owners don't.

 

Oh, I just re-read your original post and you bought the car from a dealer, who claimed the 105K service was done. Was this a Honda dealer or just a used car dealer?

 

Is there a reason or cause of the leak there or is it just time and mileage related? If something internal causes the leak the best course of action would then be to change entire assembly.

I would rather a $30 fix over the whole assembly however I do only want to deal with it once. Did you do the gaskets on your personal vehicle buzzman? If so how has it held up?

 

Used car dealer of questionable integrity if I must say so myself. I was in a bind and needed a large vehicle for a trip across the country. It was a one previous owner low miles and in my price range. I bought it and next day left on a 6k round trip with luckily only a few surprises along the way.

I will PM vin now thank you for your help I really appreciate it

 

Ok, so this is interesting.

Can another forum member comment on what head cover gaskets are? Are these valve cover gaskets?

OEM 2003-2010 Honda Valve Cover Gasket 12341-RCA-A01 | Honda Automotive Parts

2003-2010 Honda Valve Cover Gasket 12341-RCA-A01

www.hondaautomotiveparts.com

OEM 2005-2008 Honda Valve Cover Gasket 12351-RDV-J00 | Honda Automotive Parts

2005-2008 Honda Valve Cover Gasket 12351-RDV-J00

www.hondaautomotiveparts.com

Your van has a good amount of maintenance records from CarFax and also on the Honda Owners site. Did the used car dealer give you a CarFax report when you purchased it? I'll try to compile a full list of maintenance records for you later when I have some extra time.

On the Honda Owners site, I see "spark plug" service at 100,415 miles. I assume they changed all 6. This was at Showcase Honda, not the dealer you purchased the car from. The two gaskets above were also replaced at this time (I think the diagram shows they are valve cover gaskets, but another forum member can confirm). The Honda site is vague, though, and I'm not seeing any indication a valve adjustment was performed at the same time. You could probably call the dealer and ask. This was on 8/18/2018 so they should still have the records.

I'm not seeing any records about the timing belt on Honda Owners, but CarFax shows the timing belt was replaced (also at Showcase Honda) on 7/26/2010 with 44,181 miles. Weird that someone would change the timing belt that soon. 5 years and less than 50K miles? CarFax isn't 100% accurate, but usually, if it's reported, then the service was done. Usually.

 

I got a report from some carfax like company that had no detail. Basically had the number of service records and that the title was clean and clear. I really appreciate you taking your time to get that for me.

I am surprised that the spark plugs were changed that close to me owning. There must have been more underlying problems with the vcm than I thought to have them look as they did after only about 20k. I need to check them soon again as the new have about 10k.

Considering the early change of the timing belt that concerns me a little. What would cause someone to do this service so soon? And if it was done that early should I assume that only the belt itself was changed and not the water pump or tensioner? If the dealer I purchased from didnt touch the timing components I am definatly on borrowed time. Close to the miles but at over 10 years in the phoenix heat it is hard to believe it could be in reliable condition.

I want to stay on top of all preventative maintenance as I plan to keep hauling my family around in this van for a long time. Finding this forum is one of the best things anyone can do for their odyssey.

 

I got a report from some carfax like company that had no detail. Basically had the number of service records and that the title was clean and clear. I really appreciate you taking your time to get that for me.

I am surprised that the spark plugs were changed that close to me owning. There must have been more underlying problems with the vcm than I thought to have them look as they did after only about 20k. I need to check them soon again as the new have about 10k.

Considering the early change of the timing belt that concerns me a little. What would cause someone to do this service so soon? And if it was done that early should I assume that only the belt itself was changed and not the water pump or tensioner? If the dealer I purchased from didnt touch the timing components I am definatly on borrowed time. Close to the miles but at over 10 years in the phoenix heat it is hard to believe it could be in reliable condition.

I want to stay on top of all preventative maintenance as I plan to keep hauling my family around in this van for a long time. Finding this forum is one of the best things anyone can do for their odyssey.

The Honda Owners record shows the spark plug part number listed as replaced. It doesn't say all 6 were replaced but I think it would be illogical otherwise. VCM would have only damaged/worn down the rear spark plugs, not the front ones. What was the condition of the front ones when you replaced them?

I wouldn't be concerned about the early replacement of the timing belt. The van's been running fine for 11 years since. It's possible there was an issue... One of my friends whose family purchased a brand new 2002 Odyssey had the belt and tensioner replaced in 2003 or 2004 with under 30K miles according to the service records I found. I never asked her about it... it was her dad's van anyway, so she would have had no idea. They kept it until 140K miles before selling it. I assume the tensioner was probably making noise on their '02, so it got replaced. On yours, given how diligent the previous owner seemed to be about maintenance, perhaps the dealer simply convinced the PO it was a good idea to get it changed. Dealers recommend services all the time, and lots of people bite.

At 11 years and 90K miles, I don't think it's super urgent that you get the timing belt replaced immediately, but definitely get it done soon. May as well do it soon, the next belt will take you to 250K miles. I recommend the Aisin timing belt kit --- it's OEM for all intensive purposes and is the only "aftermarket" brand that has a reliable water pump. It's not even really aftermarket, Aisin is the OEM supplier of water pumps to Toyotas and certain Hondas as well. Buy it from RockAuto, don't get it from Amazon or Ebay since there are a lot of fakes. It comes with the tensioner, water pump, tensioner and idler bearings.

 

Thanks that looks pretty painless. The part number from the video description is same front and rear correct?

On a side note your videos are some of the most helpful I have ever watched for fixing my van. The typed descriptions are key. I am able to pause and read rather than keep rewinding to try and hear important tips.

 

Thanks that looks pretty painless. The part number from the video description is same front and rear correct?

On a side note your videos are some of the most helpful I have ever watched for fixing my van. The typed descriptions are key. I am able to pause and read rather than keep rewinding to try and hear important tips.

Yes same part for front/rear camshaft cover seals.

 

The back three were pretty bad looking. I know the fronts looked better but I remember them still looking worn. I might still have the old ones in my garage. I have a bad habit of pileing up old parts on my shelves. I'm glad that the previous owners did maintain it well. Most issues I have had are normal due to age. Power steering hose leak, rear shocks, sway bar links, and rear power sliding door issues.

That makes me feel alot better about the timing belt. I hadn't herd any noises or noticed anything weird with it but I have read a few horror stories that I would like to avoid writing. I will keep that service on the front of my mind but won't stress too bad, maybe this summer.

I was hoping to have time this afternoon to get to the leak, but you know how that goes. I have the gaskets waiting to be picked up at NAPA going to do that rear cam seal while I am back there as well.

 

Date	Odometer	Service Facility	Service(s) Performed - per CarFax	Service(s) Performed - per Honda	Part(s) Replaced - per Honda
08/05/2020	124,699mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
10/02/2019	108,742mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
02/09/2019	105,000mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
01/24/2019	104,439mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed	PREMIUM OIL CHANGE	43022-SHJ-415	PAD SET; RR-
			Rear brake pads replaced		34906-ST5-003	BULB (12V 21W/5W)
			Brake rotor(s) resurfaced		HONDA GENUINE OIL | FILTER; OIL | WASHER; DRAIN (14MM)
08/21/2018	100,415mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed	SEMI-SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE	17670-SHJ-A31	CAP; FUEL FILLER
					9807B-5517W	S/PLG (IZFR5K11)
					12341-RCA-A01	GASKET; HEAD COVER
					12351-RDV-J00	GSKT; RR- HEAD COVER
					37260-PZA-003	SENSOR; OIL PRESSURE
					91319-PAA-A01	O-RING (13X1-5)
					HONDA GENUINE OIL | FILTER; OIL | WASHER; DRAIN (14MM)
05/28/2018	N/A	Service Facility	Windshield repaired
03/29/2018	97,171mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Front brake pads replaced	SEMI-SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE	19501-RGL-A00	HOSE; WATER (UPPER)
			Brake rotor(s) resurfaced		19502-RGL-A00	HOSE; WATER (LOWER)
			Oil and filter changed		45022-SHJ-415	PAD SET; FR-
					OL999-9011	COOLANT (TYPE-2)
					HONDA GENUINE OIL | FILTER; OIL | WASHER; DRAIN (14MM)
02/11/2018	N/A	Service Facility	Windshield replaced
07/12/2017	90,000mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Four wheel alignment performed	ELECTRICAL: CUSTOMER STATES VEHICLE WILL NOT START - GAUGES INOP AND MULTIPLE LIGHTS ON - ADVISE	06311-RYP-505RM	ALTERNATOR ASSY-
			Oil and filter changed		51722-SHJ-A02	RUB; FR- BUMP STOP
			Brake fluid flushed/changed		17220-RGL-A00	ELEMENT; AIR CLEANER
					50805-S87-A80	RUB; FR- TRANS MTG
					90471-PX4-000	WASHER; DRAIN (18MM)
					31500-SD4-100M	BAT (80D26L-MF)
					50806-SHJ-A01	RUB; RR- TRANS MTG
					OL999-9011	COOLANT (TYPE-2)
					HONDA GENUINE OIL | FILTER; OIL | WASHER; DRAIN (14MM)
11/05/2016	86,000mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
06/24/2016	83,819mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Maintenance inspection completed
02/04/2016	80,820mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Maintenance inspection completed
11/11/2015	79,270mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Power steering fluid flushed/changed
			Transmission fluid changed
			Tires rotated
01/31/2015	74,247mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Four wheel alignment performed
			Cabin air filter replaced/cleaned
			Wiper(s) replaced
10/13/2014	72,000mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
08/22/2014	71,155mi	Right Honda (Scottsdale, AZ)	Maintenance inspection completed	SRS LIGHTS ON: REPLACED DRIVERS BUCKLE AND CLEARED DTCS	04816-SHJ-A21ZA	Buckle Set, L Front Seat Belt
07/12/2014	70,175mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed	REPLACED FUEL PUMP FILTER SET PER RECALL	06177-SHJ-305	KIT,FUEL STRAINER
12/09/2013	67,024mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed
03/12/2013	62,827mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	60,000 mile service performed	ON INSPECTION FOUND BATTERY FAILED LOAD TEST; DATE 01/29/11; MILES 48,756; PARTS WARRANTY; BATTERY FAIL 2WE3E-CHWHE REPLACE BATTERY	31500-SD4-100M	BATTERY (24F/550AMP)
			Drive belts adjusted
			Air filter replaced
			Fuel filter replaced
			Tune-up performed
			Oil and filter changed
			Antifreeze/coolant flushed/changed
			Tires rotated
			Transmission serviced
			Battery replaced
			Front brake pads replaced
			Brake rotor(s) resurfaced
08/30/2012	59,000mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
07/18/2012	58,947mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Maintenance inspection completed
01/04/2012	55,922mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed	CUSTOMER STATES THE POWER STEERING IS HARD AT LOW SPEEDS; PERFORMED SERVICE BULLETIN 11-039	08206-9002	FLUID, P.S.
			Brakes serviced		06561-RGL-305RM	P/S PUMP RM,NO PULLE
			Suspension serviced
			Power steering pump repaired
05/14/2011	51,367mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed	PERFORMED RECALL 10-069 FOR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER	08798-9008	FLUID, BRAKE (DOT 3)
			Brake master cylinder replaced/repaired		46101-WHJ-A03
					06462-SJA-305	MASTER CYLN.CUP
01/29/2011	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed
11/26/2010	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Vehicle serviced
09/20/2010	49,297mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Vehicle serviced
08/21/2010	46,000mi	Arizona Inspection Station	Passed emissions inspection
08/13/2010	45,320mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Vehicle serviced
07/26/2010	44,181mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	45,000 mile service performed
			Antifreeze/coolant checked
			Oil and filter changed
			Tire(s) balanced
			Tires rotated
			Brakes serviced
			Timing belt replaced
			Transmission serviced
01/27/2010	39,381mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed
			Brake fluid flushed/changed
			Four tires mounted
			Nitrogen fill tires
			Power steering fluid flushed/changed
08/12/2009	34,874mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed
01/02/2009	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	30,000 mile service performed
			Tune-up performed
			Oil and filter changed
			Antifreeze/coolant flushed/changed
			Tires rotated
			Transmission serviced
			Cabin air filter replaced/cleaned
			Fuel system cleaned/serviced
07/09/2008	27,422mi	ABC Nissan (Phoenix, AZ)	Two wheel alignment performed
06/26/2008	27,256mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed
01/28/2008	23,630mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	30,000 mile service performed	PERFORMED SERVICE BULLETIN 06-024; REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND RESURFACED THE ROTROS RIGHT ROTOR BEFORE 28.00 MM AND AFTER 27.87MM LEFT ROTOR BEFORE 28.00 AND AFTER 27.69MM	45022-SHJ-A50	Pad Set, Front - Honda
			Tune-up performed
			Oil and filter changed
			Antifreeze/coolant flushed/changed
			Tires rotated
			Transmission serviced
11/13/2007	21,771mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Battery replaced	C/S CAR HAD TO BE JUMP STARTED; BATTERY FAILED LOAD TEST 53E3E-4A01M .1 REPLACED BATTERY	31500-SD4-100M	Battery Assembly (GR24F/630CCA) (Clarios) - Honda
08/27/2007	19,316mi	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Radio/sound system checked	CUSTOMER STATES THE CD PLAYER IS INOP, FOUND CD PLAYER INOP REPLACED RADIO/CD PLAYER WITH FACTORY REMAN	39100-SHJ-A30RM	Tuner (AM FM 6CD) - Honda
08/15/2007	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	22,500 mile service performed
			Oil and filter changed
			Brakes serviced
			Suspension serviced
02/19/2007	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	15,000 mile service performed
			Cabin air filter replaced/cleaned
			Transmission fluid changed
			Oil and filter changed
			Tire(s) balanced
			Tires rotated
			Brakes serviced
08/08/2006	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Vehicle serviced
06/07/2006	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	7,500 mile service performed
			Oil and filter changed
			Tire(s) balanced
			Tires rotated
			Brakes serviced
			Suspension serviced
12/21/2005	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Oil and filter changed
08/10/2005	N/A	Showcase Honda (Phoenix, AZ)	Pre-delivery inspection completed
			Window tint installed

 

A few things to note:

You can see how inconsistent Honda's records are compared to CarFax. Some dates/entries have CarFax saying one thing and Honda saying something completely different. Honda's records are incomplete, CarFax's is as well. Take that for what its worth.

I would call Showcase Honda and inquire about the service done in 8/18 at 100K to find out if the valves were adjusted at the same time. My guess is they weren't, but if they were, that's one less thing you don't need to worry about.

Upper and lower radiator hoses changed at 97K.
Alternator changed at 90K.
PS pump changed at 55K.
Timing belt changed at 44K.
Looks like the previous owner had the transmission fluid changed regularly, which is good news.

 

It was very generous of Jiantao to post this service info for you. Hopefully you learned a life lesson to be able to do this yourself in the future for all your vehicles.

 

I can't believe you were able to get all of the maintenance records for me. I know it is more of a rough estimate as you said there are inconsistencies, however it is atleast record of being cared for. I will get ahold of showcase this afternoon and see what exactly they had in their records for 8/18.

If valves were not adjusted is 150k recommended as preventative even if no issues are noticed? I know some things follow the saying if it isnt broke dont fix it, others follow the saying if it breaks your screwed.

 

Just got off the phone with honda valves were adjusted when the valve cover gaskets replaced. They also did spark plug tube seals, boots, and the plugs at the same time. Next time I am in the area I will go into showcase and see if I can have a detailed printout of all service records from there. It feels so much better knowing rather than just assuming I am driving a well maintained vehicle.

I thought I got a great deal on it before I knew all of the recent previous service. Knowing timing isnt past due and valves shouldn't need touched is great piece of mind!

 

Just got off the phone with honda valves were adjusted when the valve cover gaskets replaced. They also did spark plug tube seals, boots, and the plugs at the same time. Next time I am in the area I will go into showcase and see if I can have a detailed printout of all service records from there. It feels so much better knowing rather than just assuming I am driving a well maintained vehicle.

I thought I got a great deal on it before I knew all of the recent previous service. Knowing timing isnt past due and valves shouldn't need touched is great piece of mind!

That's great news, the previous owner saved you a couple hundred bucks there! If they were adjusted at 100K, I wouldn't worry about the valve adjustment again unless you still own the van at 250K+ miles.

From what I have seen... generally, if it's listed on either Honda's records or CarFax, the service was done. If you ever get those records from Showcase Honda, I'm very curious to know what exactly they did at 90K. CarFax says brake fluid flush and alignment. Honda says alternator and coolant. Usually, they at least sort of match. Odd... I'd probably assume that all of those items were done.

 

Car definitely looks well maintained. Fix that small leak and you will have years of fun driving.

 

It was more than generous honestly. @jiantao probably saved me more money than the previous owners did by them doing the valve adjustment. Piece of mind is worth a lot and I now have not only that but I also, as you said know how to do this for myself in the future.

I was actually just talking to my wife about the fact that a complete stranger was willing to spend so much time to help us. That is something that I really cant thank @jiantao enough for. I went back in the post and was able to show her all of the services that have been performed. She as well as I was amazed that we now have all of this information to avoid duplicate and unnecessary services.

To everybody on this forum who is more knowledgable than me (probably most of you) the tips and information given to me will never fall on deaf ears. Feed a man a fish you fed him for a night, teach a man to fish he will never go hungry. No worries this man had been taught to fish.

 

It was more than generous honestly. @jiantao probably saved me more money than the previous owners did by them doing the valve adjustment. Piece of mind is worth a lot and I now have not only that but I also, as you said know how to do this for myself in the future.

I was actually just talking to my wife about the fact that a complete stranger was willing to spend so much time to help us. That is something that I really cant thank @jiantao enough for. I went back in the post and was able to show her all of the services that have been performed. She as well as I was amazed that we now have all of this information to avoid duplicate and unnecessary services.

To everybody on this forum who is more knowledgable than me (probably most of you) the tips and information given to me will never fall on deaf ears. Feed a man a fish you fed him for a night, teach a man to fish he will never go hungry. No worries this man had been taught to fish.

No problem... glad to be able to help

It's amazing what kinds of information one can dig up on the internet about a car's history. The CarFax maintenance tool is a godsend... I just discovered it a few months ago. As a side note, when I purchased mine, the previous owner told me that the car had been in a minor accident at the rear driver quarter panel (sideswiped when parked, I think he said). I could tell that there had been a repair in the wheel well area, but had no idea how bad the damage was. I dug up his old address, put it on google maps, and the Odyssey was sitting right in front of his old house on the street view picture from 2011. You could see the dent - it was, in fact, minor. Good to actually see it with my own eyes, knowing it had not been in a major accident.

I also saw that he used a steering wheel lock in the picture. That's when it clicked in my head why the steering wheel was so worn in certain spots. A steering wheel lock didn't cross my mind before and I had just thought his wife must have death gripped the steering wheel while she drove (it was primarily her car).

 

@jiantao google maps is incredible. I would have never thought to use it in that way but I definately will in the future. I told my wife about the steering wheel lock and assumed "death grip wear" and after the look on her face I had to check out our wheel... turns out her grip is almost as good as a wheel lock.

I finally had an evening where I was able to get to my leak. Started out rocky with napa getting wrong gasket. Luckily I noticed before starting, headed back and they had the right one in stock.

Getting the spool valve off went great. There is plenty of room after getting the air box off. Once I had it off I could tell that the main gasket was definately leaking slightly. I am not sure if the internal was leaking or not but the way the old gasket felt after removal I could tell it wasn't in great shape. The valve that isn't serviceable seamed to come apart and go back together great.

I had the camshaft seal o-ring on my order with napa as well. I wasn't sure if this would be necessary or not but it was recommended to me by @MrRangerZr1 . Once I could see the rear camshaft cover with the vvt removed from the side I was pretty sure that was my main source of leak. The video for the front cover works the same for rear, everything is identical. For some reason I wasn't thinking when I removed the cover however and I made a bit of a mess of my driveway.

Cleaning the oil off of my driveway was luckily one of the hardest parts of this job. I will keep an eye on the areas often for a while to make sure I got everything right. I will also try to update this to attest to the longevity of the napa brand gaskets that I used. I didn't find much information on the aftermarket gaskets reliability for the internal gasket of vvt solenoid.

Some of the best times I have had with my family have been on the road so miles should keep going up accordingly. Hopefully the 10k update will come soon and be all good and dry. I will also update as soon as I can get to showcase honda with their service records for my odyssey. I am curious as well at the discrepancies between honda maintenance and carfax, mostly for future vehicle purchases. Thanks again to everybody who responded you guys saved me quite a bit of money on this repair.