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If you are a MOTM kit builder, I need your opinion.

Some of the upcoming (and older) kits have over 90 axial parts
(resistors/diodes/caps). I
have received quotes on providing these components sequenced on tape.

The thought occured to me today as I was doing taxes (gack!): I could have
these parts
∗inserted but not soldered∗ in the pcb. The auto-inserting machine crimps
and shears off
the leads, so the parts are in no danger of falling out.

So, the question I have: is having pre-inserted axial parts worth $10 - $12
more per kit?

On a religious level: does this "demean" the kit-building process? Or, are
we all sick of those
resistors??!?

Paul S.