The 3 way (gas/elec/12volt) fridge in caravans require a very high current 12 volt power supply to keep the fridge icy cold in transport. You may not know this but this circuit comes from your tow vehicle and not your caravan’s battery. It can be in the 12 pin plug or in an Anderson plug connection. The gauge of wiring for this circuit MUST SUPPORT ITS REQUIRED CURRENT DRAW all the way from starter battery to fridge. So, when we run the vehicle cable, we always take this into account. If you have an Automatic 3 way fridge (AES) both Thetford or Dometic, you will also require an extra sensing wire from the vehicle to tell the fridge to turn over to 12 volt and start pulling high current from the vehicle when the engine is running.
Upon shutting the engine down, the sensing wire should isolate and in turn the fridge will stop pulling power from the vehicle. 15 mins after this, the fridge will try and ignite onto GAS. This is the automatic feature and is there for your safety. When you start your vehicle again, it will turn back onto 12 volt automatically. As we understand caravan appliances and circuits we make sure the vehicle is setup correctly to suit the required application.
Why Choose Us
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Matt's knowledge and experience of all 12 volt systems for vehicles and caravans is second to none! His workmanship, attention to detail, care of your property is exemplary. Can't recommend... read more him highly enough.
Mark Gibbons
August 18, 2021Excellent service and quality workmanship I am most impressed with Matt's professionalism, knowledge and integrity. Can thoroughly recommend.
Rob Seaton
April 12, 2016Great job on our Pajero! Workmanship is of the highest standard. Great service and a fantastic job. Thanks Matt. �
Jackie Daniel
November 25, 2016 -
Matt was excellent to deal, turned up on time with more than enough solar panels and gear to handle any issues. Installed an excellent system that works well, sorted out... read more the wires at the batteries and left no mess. Would highly recommend Extreme Auto Caravan and Camping for your solar and 12volt needs. Thanks again Matt
Drew MacKenzie
February 25, 2022Wonderful service by Matt and Riley. Not only identified and fixed my issue with solar/ battery but provided me with some basic education so that I can manage my power... read more supply more efficiently. Service with a smile and great knowledge.
Julie Fisher
November 25, 2021Two words……..Absolutely awesome! Our experience with Matt was excellent …. Any query including original booking was responded to almost immediately. He arrived when he said he would, completed the job... read more with perfection and professionalism, at the same time explaining everything about the system he was installing and answering all our questions without hesitation. He even helped fix another unrelated issue we had at the time. We certainly would highly recommend Extreme Auto Caravan and Camping for your solar requirements. Matt is extremely knowledgeable and certainly does a great job.
Janette Claire
April 19, 2022 -
We have used Matt 3 or 4 times. Always found him to be most helpful. He is extremely thorough and his work is neat and precise. We highly recommend... read more him for any auto and caravan electrical job.
Helene Scott
May 30, 2020Matthew was on time, informative, polite, efficient and completed great work. He installed a UHF Radio and Antenna then gave me instructions how to use. I also had a damaged... read more Caravan T V antenna which Matthew also fixed, then he fixed my caravan reverse camera cord. These extra items didn't take Matthew very long but he certainly saved me time and money as he didn't charge me. Support small business.
Judy McDonnell
March 13, 2020Thoroughly recommend Matt and his team for their customer service. Nothing is too much trouble, even providing a replacement cap for a diesel tank installed a couple of years ago.... read more Thanks Matt.
Terri Bateup
June 16, 2021 -
Honoured booking date and time. Fast and self efficient worker. Very high regard for detail and correct functionality. Highly recommend. Worth the wait. Excellent value. Thank you.
Mark Russell
December 15, 2020Matt does an amazing job and thinks about what you need for the type of travel you do. Very professional with attention to detail. Cannot recommend him enough! Had him... read more out a couple of times to fix things on the camper and when we upgraded the car to get us off road again.
Peta Matthews
May 26, 2021First time I have used Matt, absolutely wrapped with the work he has done for me on installing solar panels, lithium batteries and would absolutely recommend him to anyone.
Neville Hembury
December 1, 2020 -
I used extreme auto for the first time today to get my dual battery system sorted. I can't praise Matt enough for his punctuality, knowledge, friendliness and workmanship..... oh and... read more price. Top bloke...... highly recommend him to anyone! ����
Fab Jenn
February 9, 2017Extreme Auto Caravan and Camping today upgraded our 1997 Island Star pop top to enable us to free camp with 12V power. We now have a 200... read more watt solar package including regulator, remote, installation, cable, fuse, conduit, terminals and setup. we also have an Anderson plug on the drawer, dual SUB outlet, 2 12 V outlets, accessory sockets and 7npin flat plug. Matt and Ryan have our van very safe and user friendly, and best of all automatic. All we need to do is hook up and go anywhere. The highly professional work and attention to detail was outstanding and nothing was too hard to achieve. Also the care and protection to the van whilst doing the work in rain was much appreciated and on top of all that they came to us. Thank you very very much and we highly recommend them to anyone. Julie and Adrian Frost.
Julie Frost
April 23, 2021Sometimes you have to wait for the best....we have had a number of electrical problems over many years which cost us both time and money...while caravanning we spend the majority... read more of time off the grid....Matt solved our problems and we couldn’t be happier ....a big thank you to you and Riley for your professionalism...I would tell everyone that if you can wait, get Matt at Extreme Auto Caravan and Camping to do your work...he’s well worth the wait.....owners of a Lotus Freelander....Col and Maddie
Madelyn Bansemer
July 29, 2021 -
We travelled 1400km for our massive off grid upgrade on our caravan. We are extremely happy that we can run all of our appliances with ease. A totally thorough, and... read more professional job 100% recommend Thanks Matt and Riley
Fred Kirchen
January 21, 2022Hey just want to say thanks heaps mate for the the work you done on my car I could not be happier. I am one happy customer and would recommend... read more you to all my mates :0)
Nick Clifton
June 26, 2014Can't rate you highly enough Matt was excellent went above and beyond Communcation has been excellent all the way Great service keep up the fantastic work
Andrea Conway
December 2, 2021 -
We have been using Matt’s services for a while now, when you’re on a good thing, stick to it. Great service from Matt, and now Riley. No job too small... read more or too big. Recent issue with brake controller and Riley was here the next day.
Alana Odam
November 4, 2021Awesome job done by Matt again! You always do an exceptional job & help us after with the final details! Have been using you now for several years on different... read more projects & you never disappoint! Thanks again Kat 💙
Katrina Miller
February 13, 2022Matt has done work for me on both my car and van, and he’s quality of work and knowledge is exceptional. He takes the time to explain what he’s going... read more to do and how you will get the most out of your set up. Matt has had to fix up other people’s dodgy work, who call themselves RV auto electricians. Matt is the only one I trust to do the job correctly and safely.
Wayne Donnelly
March 25, 2019 -
We recently had a dish installed and Matt's service was outstanding , we couldn't be happier with the product and the installation . i would highly recommend Matt
Haydn Fowler
November 18, 2021Matt did a great job very professional, great communication and polite, I will highly recommend him
Keith Fleming
March 11, 2019thank you riley,for upgrading our battery system,also thank you matt for excellent advice,you where on site when you said you would be and to us that is excellent customer service,a... read more lot of other business people should take a leaf out of your book,again thank you
Dave Mcpherson
June 7, 2022 -
Matt came around today to install my UHF radio. Dual battery setup and my 24 volt fyrlyt spotties. Could not fault his punctuality, knowledge, service or cleanliness and pride in... read more his work. Highly recommend to anyone that wants a professional job done with every ounce of care for your vehicle
Benjamin Smith
April 20, 2017We have been using Extreme Auto for a number of years both with our old van and our current new van. Matt and Riley are fantastic to deal with, work... read more is carried out professionally and all looks like it was carried out when van or car was built. They arrive on time and will stay until the job is complete. Any issues are promptly resolved and we would not hesitate to recommend them to anybody for both car and caravan work. Thank you to both and we will not hesitate to contact you should we find any other 12 volt work we need done the Jarrett’s.
Dave Chris. Jarrett
November 2, 2021I have used Matt for all my 12v set ups over the last few years. Great guy who gives great service and knowledge of his trade. Thanks Matt for replacing... read more my panels & interior bed lighting 👍😊
Judy Snider
November 28, 2020 -
It is hard to find service this good in any industry these days. I was very impressed with Extreme Auto Caravan and Camping. Matt was extremely professional and courteous. Work... read more was performed to a high level and they cleaned up in the areas they worked in. Prices are reasonable and service is top notch. I would highly recommend.
Tony Parrella
June 16, 2022Matt recently installed my diesel heater. His business model is spot on. He books you in, confirms the day before he comes, sends you an sms when he... read more is close to arriving. Once on site, the quality of his work is spot on. His knowledge and expertise is of high standard and I would highly recommend.
Marcus Hooper
May 12, 2019I have used Matthew for the first time today. I had an AES fridge problem. What a great operator. Knows his stuff, very reasonable price and nice guy to go... read more with it. He offers something that is missing in businesses these days. It's called service. Will be using them again and fully recommend this business
Kerry McCloud
November 27, 2019
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