Re: Model A fuse.
The fuse located on the starter is an aftermarket mod that is widely accepted as a worthwhile safety device. It is spliced in between the battery cable downstream of the starter stud. The fuse carries the entire electrical load with the exception of the starter current. A blown fuse will allow the starter to run, however, no current goes to any circuit including the coil. I had inadvertantly bumped a torque wrench against one of the junction box wing nuts when checking a head bolt. Did not think I did any damage dispite the flying sparks. Went to start and it cranked fine but would not start. Checked the fuse which was indeed blown. Took a fresh fuse from the driver's door pocket, installed it and the engine started immediately. I would say the subject car at the car show is wired correctly and does not warrant any additional modification.
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