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Found the cause of the melted solar wire on the budget camper setup—a broken clip on the solar panel side caused a short/loose connection and huge heat buildup! Cutting out the damaged section, stripping, crimping, and heat-shrinking to get the array back in action.
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Gear Used in This Video:
Heat Shrink Connector Kit: (got mine a long time ago here is an amazon linkl)
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Automatic Wire Strippers:
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EcoFlow Delta 2 Power Station:
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I almost had a major fire on my Runaway Venturist XS! In this video, I’m showing you exactly how I repaired the melted solar wires from my 1020W solar array.
Using simple heat shrink butt connectors, I’m getting this budget trailer build back off-grid safely. If you’re building a DIY solar system for your overland trailer, don't miss these safety tips!
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