When to replace coils

[fishfun83]

Hey all.
I have a 1997 80 horsepower C80TLRV outboard motor that is running very well. I am getting ready for the fishing season and am wondering whether or not I should replace the coils on the motor just as a preventive measure. The coils presently on the motor are the factory OEM coils that were on the motor when purchased in 1996.

Any advice would be appreciated.

[ausnoelm]

Coils are not maintenance items, replace only when faulty.

[zenoahphobic]

Coils are not maintenance items, replace only when faulty.

And Yamaha coils are regarded as reliable.
But I suppose if one feels one needs a lot of spare parts, in case something goes, keeping a spare won't hurt (I had a faulty coil once, it would have been handy to have a spare coil to diagnose the problem at the time).