I’m in the process of rewiring my ‘52 Chevy and currently have a 14 gauge fusible link protecting a 10 Gauge wire going to a new fuse block. I would like to replace that with a magnum (or Maxi) fuse and need advice on how you size it.

Currently I have a 235 with HEI distributor (supplied by a relay), relays for my headlightsand horns, and have plans on installing a radio and AC in the future. No cooling fans or high output stereo.

I was thinking either 40 or 60 amp fuse.

What do you think?


Phil
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