Wally, have not heard that in 50 years. Submarine races, brings back memories.
Old trucks may or may not have a fuse panel. Bottom line: Everything needs to be fused. I add fusible links on major feed lines from battery also. I also recommend a Voltmeter not an ammeter, for safety. Carl and I are in the same paranoid group therapy program at the hospital via skipe.
"I disconnect my battery at night on old trucks." There, I've said it.


Right is right, even if everyone is against it, and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it. - William Penn