Re: Force flywheels
I picked up a late model stator (one of those red ones) and I compared it to the 1988. While the outside diameter is (as far as I can tell) the same, the inside diameter is not. Late model stator is thicker, so the opening in the middle is smaller which moves the mounting holes closer to the center of the opening. You can't mount the late model stator on the 1988 end cap. I had to pick up a late model end cap (with the upper crankshaft seal). Not sure what year it is but it fits the late model red stator. Both 1988 and late model end caps have the same bolt pattern to mount to the block.
I saw a deal and took a chance. I picked up the stator, trigger, regulator and 4 coils with mounting plate off a 1999 120HP for 50 bucks a couple of months ago. Just need a flywheel now.
Also need to figure out how to wire it up to a 1988 wiring harness. I'll cross that bridge when I get there.