That stock 50 amp fuse link is a common part found on other VWs and
other brands. They cost under $1. Diesel VWs use it for the glow plug
fuse and 86+ Vanagons with the big radiator fan motor also use it for
high speed fan, mounted on an added relay block above the dash fuse panel.

Mark

David Clarkson wrote:
>   I used the same gauge wire as I didn't want to do anything that might change resistance since that is what seemed to cause the excess build up of heat. Someone will probably correct me here if this theory doesn't hold water. It took 20 years for enough oxidation/corrosion to cause the problem so I used the same type wire but didn't use the same type ring connector as the copper OEM seemed more prone to oxidation. I replaced the fusible link with a junk yard part and bet that part is no longer available. I'm sure that there is another fuse option (50amp right?) or suitable automotive circuit breaker that could be substituted.
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