how do you guys package your resistors?

I normally do this basically i cut the ends of the resistor short (about 1/2 an inch) then slide it into the narrow end of a pink butt connector then slide the other end into the wide end of a blue butt connector (the blue slides over the pink) this makes a good shell if you will then I can just throw a small piece of wire in each end and do whatever with it (also works on 1 amp diodes). The only drawback is it's not soldered but I've never had a loose resistor come back yet.2008 Scion xB

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Why isn't it soldered -- do you recommend NOT soldering resistors?The search function is your friend.

No, I actually recommend soldering everything that's why I said it was a drawback but like I said I've never had one come back that I did this way so knock on wood2008 Scion xB

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I've never had a problem soldering resistors in a car.  In my experiance, when they break, they break right at the resistor body/lead junction, a place where you typically don't solder.Kevin Pierson

Makes sense -- I wrapped my resistors with an in-line piece of wire and "double bagged" it in electric tape -- feels much more solid .. thanks for the tips, guys.The search function is your friend.

i cut lead ends short and shrink tube it then tape to another wire. i do this all on the bench before i do anything in the car...

I solder them in and cover bare section with a piece of wire shielding that I stripped during the install.Certified Security Specialist

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auex wrote: I solder them in and cover bare section with a piece of wire shielding that I stripped during the install.

The same here Aux. Newbies should take note of Aux advice. This will save you lots of time on any comeback when the resistor breaks. I am not very big on more resistor and more work. If possible I suggest using single wire module linking everything to a diagnostic plug. This doesn't work for everyone as there is a cost issue involve. Personally using single wire module has less of other type of issue as compare to using resistor and relays.Be careful whose advice you buy, but be patient with those who supply it.