Main - Fusible Link Blowing

[bolokid]

So I am looking at buying another Festiva, it's a 93 but the owner tells me that once the car starts in about 5-10 seconds the fusible link for the main blows. Before I make an offer on it, any ideas what would cause this to keep blowing?

Thanks.

[FestYboy]

If the PO has done any electrical work, it could be anything, but I'm betting it's a poor radio install ( wild guess)

[bolokid]

I received a follow up email that stated that it started blowing after he had installed a new clutch. Sounds like a pinched wire to me. Thoughts? Coincidence?

There is a new radio in it, Festyboy you are probably right.

[FestYboy]

I'd agree with the pinched/broken wire theory, if what he says is true. I'd still want to look at the radio harness, may clue you into what kind of work he does.

[bravekozak]

Make an lowball offer on the car.
Mumble something like " I sure hope I don't have to change the entire wiring harness or I'll just have to scrap it."

Don't tell him we'll help you figure it out.