No, the “fuses” you are referring to are actually called fusible links and are in the current distributor.
The starter cable absolutely, positively does not pass through any of them.
Just to be clear: this is fact and not up for debate.
Positive cable goes from battery to an insulated bolt that passes through the front “firewall”. From there, it splits between the current distributor and another cable that runs through the center console, then through the rear firewall (with the shifter cables) to the distribution block at the top of the engine. From the distribution block, it splits again, with one cable going to the starter and the other going to the alternator.
In other words, the main cable for starter power is direct connected to the battery with no fuses or fusible links, relays or breakers in between (just two bolted “Y” connections).
The starter cable is quite heavy and can carry a lot of current. I wouldn’t be surprised if it melted a bit somewhere, though.
Take another look at the wiring diagram. It’s a straight shot. Failing that, get under the dash and see for yourself (I have many times
).