Date:         Sun, 24 Aug 2003 19:03:48 -0800
Reply-To:     Jack <john.cook58@VERIZON.NET>
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From:         Jack <john.cook58@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: Looking for a ballast resistor (86+ Vanagon)
Comments: To: EMZ <vw4x4@FYI.NET>
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On 24 Aug 2003, at 21:40, EMZ wrote:

> These can be fixed. Solder a big wire in place of the broken
> wire and cover with epoxy.
>

I'm curious.  Have you tried this?  I mean the resistance wire inside the
resistor.  I'm surprised that the wire is made of a metal (or metal alloy)
which can be easily soldered to.

//Jack
'85GL

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