[old_tv_nut]

Originally Posted by Yamamaya42

the coil is lit wrapped around the resistor , i this case, and painted over with colored epoxy.
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/HSkAA...LGB/s-l300.jpg
this is not an exact pic, but it gets the idea across

If it's not possible to disconnect one end of the resistor without destroying the coil, then you should just use it as is. Not likely to make a major difference in the result.