If you’re wanting to bring the luxuries of home into your free camping experience then look no further.
Our complete off-grid setups are designed for your exact power needs. From running a simple laptop or charging cordless drills, to running air conditioners, hairdryers, microwaves and more. Every job is unique and quoted completely based on your needs and lifestyle.
The big three.
When we go free camping, we have three main charge sources.
- Mains power, (plugged into a 10amp supply or a 15amp supply, usually at a caravan park.)
- Solar, both roof mounted or portable.
- Vehicle, alternator charging while the engine is running.
When free camping we mainly rely on only two of the above, solar and vehicle charging. If we can maximize both of these charge methods, we are doing the best we can in order to keep the batteries topped up at all times. My rules for this are simple. You can never have too much solar. The regulator takes care of what’s required. Too little and you will not get the most out of the system. It all comes down to roof space, weight and budget.
Flat mounted panels will only produce peak power around the summer months. As a general guide for this, work on about 6-7amps from every 100 watts of flat mounted solar you have in good peak sun. If you have 1000 watts of solar, that’s 60-70amps of charge all from the sun.
In regards to the vehicle charging a similar approach applies with the exception not to overload or rob the alternator of too much power. Dc to Dc charging on a large scale does this. Anywhere from 25amps right up to 200amps, all from the alternator. As an added bonus with ALL of our systems, you are able to charge from your roof mounted solar system AND vehicle, ALL AT THE SAME TIME. What this means is unbelievable charge rates to replenish your battery bank FAST. We design all of our systems with this approach in mind.
Battery management is crucial to any off-grid setup both small and large. You need to know what’s going on and how much battery capacity remains.
From simple smart shunts to more integrated CAN bus systems with tank sensors, remote monitoring and programming. We only use and recommend the highest quality battery management systems available, customized to suit your needs.
Why Choose Us
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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, 2020 I thoroughly recommend Matt and his team from Extreme Auto Caravan and Camping, for any work on your 12v system in van or motorhome. He has always done... read more Albert Kramer
July 2, 2021 We didn’t mind driving up from Melbourne and waiting for over 3 months for a booking to get some of Matt’s 12volt expertise in upgrading our lithium power... read more Preeti Singh
July 14, 2021 - Did an awesome job on my hilux! Heaps of work done to a top standard! Ryan Weckert
June 29, 2015 Matt is the most knowledgeable auto electrician ever met. Fantastic work always with our safety in mind. Designs & connects everything so it’s easiest to operate & optimises use of... read more Rose Stewart
June 6, 2021 Great job on our Pajero! Workmanship is of the highest standard. Great service and a fantastic job. Thanks Matt. � Jackie Daniel
November 25, 2016 - Can'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 Matt provided excellent service in a friendly, helpful manner. His attention to detail is extraordinary and his knowledge and product is exactly what needing Sue Harris
October 27, 2021 Matt has installed a Solar battery system on our van, dual battery systems on two Utes, as well as UHF Radios, Light Bars and Spotties.
This has all been done... read more Baz Bec Sims
February 29, 2020 - Matt resolves our diesel heater issues when the seller and fitters would not. Thanks Matt your heater has been reliable and efficient. Highly recommend Extreme Glenda Smith
July 17, 2019 First 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 Extreme Auto did a superb job installing a diesel heater on my houseboat. It was a complex task but done extremely knowledgeably and professionally, very neat and clean. Barbara Venn
August 10, 2021 - Thanks Matt, very happy with the job you did with the added extra Solar and new batteries, very professional and as added bonus, the Drifter Panel works a treat! 😊
Would... read more Leanne Shanks
May 28, 2019 Riley fitted a Tuson sway control to my caravan. He was on time, explaining what would happen and the workmanship was A1. Riley even rectified a small electrical issue not... read more Anthony Genovese
February 23, 2022 They are extremely professional and answer any question, they are extremely helpful with all aspects of caravan and vehicle work. Tricia Colson
July 27, 2021 - Met Matt @ Caravan/Camp show 2 yrs back. Professional, knowledgeable & a great work ethic. He turned up when he said he would, did exactly what he said he would... read more Rockin Roy
January 28, 2020 thank 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 Dave Mcpherson
June 7, 2022 I 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 Kerry McCloud
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Thanks heaps guys for pimping out my Prado and Jayco Eagle outback with awesome 12 volt gear so we are ready to go on the ultimate Aussie outback adventure , Legends cheers
Damien Hansen
August 19, 2015 Matthew 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 Judy McDonnell
March 13, 2020 Such a professionally run company.
Matt is so good at what he does and is a legend. Arrived on time and went above and beyond to get us all set... read more Shonel Shute
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Matt is so the man when a woman is in distress! The electric brakes in The Gin Gypsy were not happening, all before her maiden rural voyage and he came... read more
Glenda Clarke
May 17, 2018 Matt is a true professional, treats every job like his own. would not hesitate to recommend Extreme to anyone looking for work done Ian Smith
August 1, 2019 This is the 3rd time we have used Extreme Auto and every time Matt has been extremely punctual, worked quickly and spent time to explain and recommend the best for... read more Kingsley Brundell
September 28, 2021 - 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 Mark Gibbons
August 18, 2021 Recently Matt and Riely installed a Monster Of grid solar system into our new Avida Esperance motorhome.
After many queations asked by Matt on the requirements that we were expectng in... read more Domenic Centofanti
April 11, 2022 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 Fab Jenn
February 9, 2017 - Hey 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 Nick Clifton
June 26, 2014 Mathew and Riley, excellent prompt service and advice as expected, excellent quality work and always patient with my questions Shane Ash
August 5, 2021 I thought from the reviews that these guys knew their stuff,, and I was not disappointed. Excellent knowledge of all things 12 volt, Victron, automotive, the list goes on exactly... read more Evan Higgins
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