An introduction and another stupid question

You should be able to use the load, like that if youd like.
They usually have some settings, like only being "live" if collecting solar, or all the time.
Also be mindful of fuses and load. As I doubt it has a high rating.
I'm not sure if the rating on either the controller or the panel tbh, the panel was already mounted and the controller was laying in the sink when I found it. The controller can be switched to run the load at certain times or intervals but I have set to "manual" and will just turn it on and off as needed. As for fusing, my whole system is only 15A so I was just gonna run an inline 15A fuse with this hack jobbie. Does that sound like a reasonable plan or should I keep it simple and just run the charge station to the battery?
 

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It's like some sort of miracle!! I got the heater together and the only "extra" hardware was the set screw that I managed not to lose and didn't need to reuse. For anyone doing the same the part # is 33286 and the motor is part # 31384MC.
 
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Just gotta glue it down. I'm so glad that went smoothly. After everything I've managed to screw up lately I needed that confidence boost. We won't talk about the colors, all I had was red wire and a roll of tape, but it's black now. 😆
 

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Thanks for taking the time to post this stuff…it’s enjoyable having you walk us through the numerous challenges that you face with this impressive rehab project.

Really, this is one of the better active threads lately. 👍🏻

You’re sleuthing your way through the kind of stuff many of us have had to deal with in the past. So we can enjoyably identify with what’s happening here.
 
You’re sleuthing your way through the kind of stuff many of us have had to deal with in the past. So we can enjoyably identify with what’s happening here.
I appreciate the patience and understanding, it's been a fun lil project and I'm learning valuable skills along the way. I can't figure out why anyone would just dump it like they did, some breaking bad going on maybe 🤔
Oh well, my gain!! Before I found this I was living in the back seat and under a tonneau, so the camper was truly a blessing and the price was just right.
 
If anyone in the 4 corners states or cali knows a good graffiti artist hit me up. I'm looking to have this done in spray paint on the camper and I'm willing to travel to make it happen if necessary
 

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