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In 1952 the engines didn’t need a resistor because they were originally 6 volts. Only 12 volt systems need a resister to reduce the voltage to the coil so they wouldn’t burn out the points. So to answer your question, a 52’ did not have an original spot where the resistor was mounted. Mine is mounted on the coil. I’ve seen others mounted to the passenger side firewall, as was yours.

You should also have a side terminal on you starter switch (solenoid) that supplies a full 12 volts when operating the starter for easier starting. You can see mine mounted on the top of the starter.