Hot Rods Ballast Resistor

Hello would anyone know how many ohms on a standard Ru-10 Ballast resistor

 

1.8 ohms at room temp, according to their application guide.

 

Thank You

 

That's It? Shortest Thread in HAMB history!

 

Anyone know how much resistance my wife will have if I drag home another vehicle?

 

4.7 MegOhms

 

Less than dragging home another woman. Maybe.

My question, is there any difference from a standard resistor other than the ability to absorb heat through 'ballast'? Why does a resistor wire not need ballast?

 

The resistor wire is the ballast, they get pretty toasty the entire length. I expect the insulation ("pink wire") had special characteristics e.g. asbestos. Maybe.