Possible to convert CDI timer base and stator another year?

[timmyjane]

Would it be possible to use the timer base and stator off of a 76 85hp and convert it to use on a 78 85hp model?

The 76 has individual wires that go to a screw on terminal block and power pack while the 78 plugs into the harness. It would be nice to install the much newer CDI stator and timer base on the 78 while I have the parts off the motor if it was possible. Possible to splice on a plug?

Thanks!

 

[timmyjane]

Looks like the CDI installation guides spec different Ohm readings when testing each unit. I suspect that means they are likely not swappable.

 

[McGR]

I had a '76 85hp for a number of years. Seemed like a fairly simple, reliable and solid ignition system as far as I could tell. Why not just fix the original system?

 

[timmyjane]

The 76 is in pieces. The 78 is the operable motor but it appears to have the original stator and timer base. I was hoping I could salvage those parts from the 76.

 

[McGR]

OK, sorry I read your message backwards. I was thinking you wanted the newer system on the older motor... I do know that there were significant changes in around '78 or so that changed quite a few things on the 85hp including displacement. Hopefully, someone will chime in...