Has anyone ever tried something like this? Would it really work?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=33553&item=2400281181&rd=1

It should 'work' no problem, depending on what you are trying to do. There is a reason why fusible links blow faster than regular fuses... to protect the wiring harnesses and electronic equipment upstream from electrical damage due to a faulty alternator. Without the fusible links you could end up with melted wiring harnesses, blown electronics or even fires.

Having said that, if you were to use quick-blow fuses, which act the same as the fusible links, then there shouldn't be any problem. It sure looks neater (I can't find a replacement cover for my fusible link base ), and would make replacement much easier and less expensive, as long as you aren't concerned about the 'originality'issue.

Peter