I'll be keeping my foot starter. Do I still need the resistor?

I'll be starting a new thread, I'm sure, when I really get into it.

Thanks!

(I couldn't find my reply until I realized there were two pages to this thread!)

1948 3/4-Ton 5-Window Flatbed Chevrolet

34 Years. Now with a '61 261, 848 head, Rochester Monojet carb, SM420 4-speed, 4.10 rear, dual reservoir MC, Bendix up front, 235/85R16 tires, 12-volt w/alternator, electric wipers and a modern radio in the glove box.