fusible link??

[Hank70SS]

That's it Shaun but that one is 14 gauge. I believe the one you need is the 16 gauge one. If you can shoot a pic that would help. When/if you install it just make sure it's not bundle tight with the other wires. The wire inside will melt if you have an extended overload. The insulation may even melt but it won't catch on fire. If bundled tight with other wire it could possibly melt and catch the insulation of those wires on fire.

My alt shorted internally and blew the fusible link off the battery positive post. The fusible link did it's job and melted open, protecting the rest of the wiring. I picked up a coil of fusible wire at Auto Value, only a few bucks. Not sure how long it is but it's over 10'. The short was gone when I tested things but returned when I started the engine and spun the alt. Having a coil of the wire was good because I didn't have to buy more after I replaced the alt.