Fusible links are used in places where it's impractical to install a fuse, typically on primary circuits that carry a lot of current. Before the introduction of fusible links, these circuits would have been unprotected, and I think you'll agree that a fusible link is better than no fuse at all. If not for the fusible link, your FIL might have been replacing an entire wiring harness instead of the link.
A Fusible link is both cheaper and more reliable than an in-line fuse. Links are immune to corrosion, an important consideration in an exposed location or close to the battery. Consider that almost every vehicle made in the last forty years has at least one fusible link, yet you rarely hear of them failing. And when they do fail, it's always due to a short circuit, not corrosion.
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Today's Featured Article - George's Fordson Major - by Anthony West (UK). This is a bit of a technical info to add on to the article about George's Major in the "A Towny Goes Plowing" article. George bought his Major from a an implement sale about 18 years ago for £200.00. There is no known history regarding its origins or what service it had done, but the following work was undertaken by Harold alone to bring it up to show standard. From the engine number, it was found that the major was produced late 19
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