Convertible Mini wrote:
When I do a Repair or rewire on a Mini I always persuade the owner that it makes sense to have a fusible link on the main power wire. Minis were built before fusible links were introduced. I know they don't look original but they look better than a Toasted Mini! I use the plug in type fusible links and a proper plug. If you don't like the look just wrap it up in a piece of black plastic to hide it. It it puts your mind at rest having one. You never know what can happen when you don'e have one fitted.
Toasted my battery and pos this weekend. Required new battery and replacement positive line to Solenoid. Didn't think of a fusable link while doing the install. Have a switch on neg, but too slow to stop the toasting !
Can you send me some details ? I've always thought the battery arrangement in the boot with a cardboard cover was suspect and a potential risk. (Not that a link at the other end would protect a short across the battery posts)
Don't ask me how I performed the toasting !
