Hot Ballast Resistor

Ballast resistors will get hot, & you should also ALWAYS carry 2 new extras in your glove box at ALL times. They are known for causing no-start problems. I just bought 2 for my Coronet this weekend and they cost $3.79/ea.

A new ECU will not set you back much as dgc333 said. Do your self a favor and replace the ECU, VR, and go buy 3 ballast resistors. One for the car, and 2 for the glove box.