Thanks again Dennis.

I'm guessing that a terminal designed for use on stranded wire won't
properly crimp on to solid copper wire.

Are there specific connectors that might crimp onto solid core wire?
e.g. #14 wire in Romex?

I'll continue my internet search for same........

Neil.

On 2/24/20, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com> wrote:

> Consider replacing the box with a plastic one> You want an "Old Work" which
> uses wings to mount instead of screws in to the "plaster" ears. There are
> also devices for RV use that do not need a box.
> I would not use solder or quick connects on 110V circuits. Look for a
> breaker with screw or push in terminals and make sure it is rated for 110V
> use.
> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DH35VZQ/ref=twister_B01LYLZ9U4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
>
> Dennis
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Neil N [mailto:musomuso@gmail.com]
> Sent: Monday, February 24, 2020 9:26 PM
> To: Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@hotmail.com>
> Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Westfalia Shore Power Ground Bonding Minutia: Breaker Box

> As per the old work, I connected stranded wire to the line and load wires
> then installed insulated push on connectors to them but found that the box
> depth didn't allow enough room; those stranded wires butted up against the
> back of box and didn't allow the breaker to fit.
> Hopefully, a 3" deep box, vs the stock 2.5" deep box, will allow enough
> room.
>
> Neil.
>

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