Is changing CDI switchbox difficult on sportjet 90

[Ohio79]

I took my 94 sea rayder to mechanic due to the top cyl not getting spark. He said the switchbox is bad and suggested it be replaced. I have the CDI unit in there now and found one online for 1/2 of what he's charging. My question is I have decent mechanical skills and doing it myself will save me almost $100. How hard is it to replace and is it changing one wire at a time easy? Thanks in advance

 

[pnwboat]

Re: Is changing CDI switchbox difficult on sportjet 90

Pretty simple to change the switch box. Like you said, one wire at a time. Might take a digital photo before you start, and hopefully the mechanic has diagnosed it correctly.

 

[jerryjerry05]

Re: Is changing CDI switchbox difficult on sportjet 90

Depending on the model and serial#s.
It's a simple wire for wire swap.
Pics?
They used 3 different ignitions so it might be easier on one model than the other?
Getting USED parts???

 

[Ohio79]

Re: Is changing CDI switchbox difficult on sportjet 90

Here is a pic of what I have and a link to what id like to get. Please correct me if im wrong because i don't want to get the wrong type. I was also told by the mechanic that it had the red stator in it. C.D.I., 114-7452K1, Engine Parts, Engine Electronics, Switchbox, C.D.I. Mercury Switch Box 114-7452k1 - at FirstChoiceMarine.com

 

[Ohio79]

Re: Is changing CDI switchbox difficult on sportjet 90

Ok now im confused. I checked the switch box against the motor serial number and it said i should have part # 114-7778. The unit thats actually on the motor is a 114-4953. What's is the difference and could having the wrong switch box what causing or cyl to not spark