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Hmmm. One of the issues is that resistance and other values change when particular parts are updated/superceded. In other words, the primary/secondary resistance/power settings have changed from the original coils/condensers used on the “universal mag” versus the latest OEM replacements. So, it can be tough to know the correct test procedures/values even though you have the part number. The only way to really know is to scour service manuals until you find the test procedures related to the part number you have.. One other method might be to have a “known good” piece with the same part number so readings can be compared.
Right now (at least to the best of my knowledge), all universal mag coils have been superceded to the same part number. There are two different condensers used based on the horsepower of your engine. So, I’m thinking the condenser is not just “matched to the coil”, but also matched to the particular engine’s spark requirements.
All of this doesn’t even touch on aftermarket replacement pieces, you would have to contact the manufacturer to get those specs. Perhaps mercotronic has a listing for aftermarket pieces. Again, the best tool in this situation is a “known good” piece of the same part number.