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You did a really nice job on that loadbank, its a pattern for anyone who likes to fabricate to work from or copy. I screwed four of them together in a similar setup but have not cased it yet. I think my elements were $17 and change also but that was last year.

Search fleabay for 5400w dryer element and look for this picture. The prices are all over the place so pick one that suits your pocketbook. I didn't use any thermostats, just a fan. See my above post for the correct terminal ends for the wire.

For anyone using the 5400w dryer elements as their load, these are the connector's you will need to slip over the terminals. They are 7.62mm(.312) blade width (female) and will take a #10 wire, possibly a #8 if careful about your crimp. I used a Thomas&Betts crimping tool and they crimp up...

If that fits your bill of needs, go for it. It is practical, portable and will provide some load for the generator. If you build a distribution box you could plug in multiples to bring the load up to work the generator a little harder. I'm going with the four 5400w dryer elements for mine. Two...