Converting from DDIS to EST

[tdsr1]

I have a 1990 3.0L w/a alpha one. In a previous thread, I mentioned I'm having a problem, No spark. Well, from what I have read here and other places, it looks like the ignition amp is cooked. Now this part runs around $450. What I'm wondering, is it real difficult to convert my 3.0 to an EST system? From what I have seen, it doesn't look like I will have to change my wiring harness, just possibly make a few small changes. I haven't priced the parts and was wondering if someone has done this. If so any idea what the parts would run.

Thanks in advance for any and all replies

 

[Don S]

Re: Converting from DDIS to EST

I'ts not difficult and all the parts cost about the same as the ignition amp. Even if you buy them from Merc.
The problem will be finding the connectors for the coil and wiring harness without replacing the complete harness.

 

[tdsr1]

Re: Converting from DDIS to EST

since I posted last, I happened across a complete setup including connectors (the seller is assuming I am converting from a points to EST) for just north of $200. Good deal?