Component Upgrades

Diesel Heaters

Diesel heaters are a popular upgrade for motorhomes, providing an efficient and reliable way to keep the living area warm when you're touring in colder weather. They use fuel directly from the vehicle's diesel tank, so there's no need to carry a separate fuel supply, and they can be particularly useful for owners who want to reduce their reliance on LPG for heating. Once up to temperature, a correctly specified diesel heater can provide a steady supply of warm air while using relatively little fuel.

Choosing the right heater and, importantly, installing it correctly are key. The size and layout of the motorhome, where the heater can be positioned, the routing of warm-air ducting, fuel supply, electrical requirements and the safe positioning of the exhaust all need to be considered.

At MACSUK, we'll discuss how you use your motorhome and look at the available installation options before recommending a solution, with the aim of producing a neat, practical installation that works effectively with your vehicle.

MACSUK recommends the installation of PLANAR/AUTOTERM diesel heaters in campervans and motorhomes where fitting a Truma 6D/DE system is not an option. Both are exceptional examples of trusted brand systems that we install.

Fridge Upgrades

Increasingly, Motorhome and caravan owners are moving away from the standard 3-way absorption fridges and towards 12v compressor technology. Traditional absorption fridges usually operate on 230V mains electricity, 12V while travelling and LPG when you're pitched, making them a flexible option for touring. They have very few moving parts and operate quietly, although their cooling performance can be affected by high ambient temperatures and they need good ventilation to work effectively.

Compressor fridges work more like a domestic refrigerator and run from the vehicle's electrical system, typically 12V. They can offer faster cooling, more consistent performance in hot weather and greater flexibility over where they can be installed. With modern motorhomes increasingly equipped with larger lithium batteries and solar systems, compressor fridges have become a popular upgrade, particularly for owners who want to reduce their reliance on gas. At MACSUK, we can discuss the options available and help determine which type, size and installation will work best with your vehicle, electrical system and the way you travel.

Oven Upgrades

Cooking options in motorhomes and caravans have moved on considerably in recent years with newer appliances offering more flexibility without necessarily taking up more valuable kitchen space. Modern combination ovens can bring together functions such as oven cooking, grilling, microwaving and air frying in a single appliance, giving you more ways to prepare meals while you're away without filling cupboards and worktops with separate equipment.

An oven or combination appliance upgrade does need to be chosen carefully, particularly where high-powered electric cooking is involved. Available space, ventilation, electrical load, battery and inverter capacity, cabling and how you normally use your motorhome all need to be considered.

At MACSUK, we can look at your existing installation and discuss the options available, whether you're replacing an older oven or looking to add modern features such as air frying and combination cooking, before installing a solution that works properly with your vehicle and the way you travel.

Bespoke Interiors

Transform your motorhome or caravan interior with MACSUK’s bespoke design and installation service. From individual upgrades to complete interior transformations, we combine expert craftsmanship with practical design to create stylish, functional spaces tailored to your needs and the way you travel.

The image above shows you one of our completed projects where we converted a van into a children's mobile party pamper treatment bus.

Outsmart The Thief

MACSUK has received intensive training in installing Outsmart The Thief alarms and trackers.

Recognised as a market leader in motorhome security, Outsmart the Thief Ltd has been supplying specialist security solutions for over 20 years. The company specialises in bespoke products designed to prevent vehicle theft before it happens and is rightly proud of its proven track record.

Rear Cameras

A rear-view or reversing camera can make a big difference when manoeuvring a motorhome, giving you a much clearer view of what's happening behind a vehicle where rearward visibility is often limited. Depending on your requirements, cameras can provide assistance when reversing or operate continuously as a digital rear-view mirror while driving, with twin-camera systems offering both functions. At MACSUK, we can help you choose the right camera and monitor setup for your motorhome and install it neatly, taking into account camera position, cable routing and the best location for the display.

Gaslow Installation

Founded in 1978, Gaslow International Limited is the longest serving trusted supplier of LPG Gas Refillable Cylinders and associated products.

We are not only proud to be registered installers of the wide range of GASLOW products but are also trained to carry out gas testing on existing installations as well as installing new ones.

A Gaslow refillable LPG system offers a convenient alternative to exchanging traditional gas bottles, allowing you to refill your motorhome's LPG supply at compatible filling points in the UK and Europe.

MaxxFan Installation

A MaxxFan is a great upgrade for improving airflow and ventilation inside your motorhome or caravan where accommodating an air-conditioning unit is not possible or preferred. MaxxFans help remove heat, cooking smells and condensation.

With variable fan speeds and the ability to operate even when it's raining, it's a particularly useful addition for warmer weather and overnight stays. An optional surround is available offering integrated LEDs which deliver pleasant mood lighting.

Starlink

Starlink can provide fast internet connectivity for motorhome owners who want to stay connected while travelling, particularly when mobile coverage is limited. A well-planned installation can provide a neat and convenient setup for streaming, working remotely or simply staying online while you're away.

Sat Nav

A dedicated motorhome sat nav can make touring easier by planning routes that take your vehicle's size, height and weight into account, helping you avoid unsuitable roads and restrictions. At MACSUK, we can install sat nav systems neatly into your vehicle, giving you a practical navigation solution that's ready for your next trip.

Air Conditioning

Air conditioning units are becoming increasingly popular with Motorhome owners as European travel and warmer UK summers beckon. At MACSUK we install both Dometic and Truma units in 400x400 or 500x700 skylight openings. We also install units in roofs that have no skylight openings available. Installation varies from lounge areas to bedrooms and will always require a 240v feed, so a thorough examination of the options needs to be carried out in order to best advise on location and installation option.

Contrary to popular belief, air con units can be powered by a suitable off grid 240v inverter powered installation. MACSUK specialise in offering such power upgrades to get the most out of your investment, whether on grid or away from the campsite.