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jwallis · 03-09-2020, 09:05 AM

I just ordered a new Vilano and noticed the width is 101" rather than 96" like my current trailer. Does anyone have experience going up to a wider trailer? I have considered what it might be like dealing with the additional length but have no idea if the extra width is a big concern. Thoughts.

consolenut · 03-09-2020, 09:07 AM

Its only a few inches. Ive never noticed a diff when i went to the wide body.

Spud_Monkey · 03-09-2020, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by jwallis

I just ordered a new Vilano and noticed the width is 101" rather than 96" like my current trailer. Does anyone have experience going up to a wider trailer? I have considered what it might be like dealing with the additional length but have no idea if the extra width is a big concern. Thoughts.

You won’t even notice the difference going down the road. Though you will notice a little when inside it which is a good notice.

kdauto · 03-09-2020, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by jwallis

I just ordered a new Vilano and noticed the width is 101" rather than 96" like my current trailer. Does anyone have experience going up to a wider trailer? I have considered what it might be like dealing with the additional length but have no idea if the extra width is a big concern. Thoughts.

It's only 2.5" per side. I'd LOVE to have a wide body. I am more concerned with the super wide mirrors some trucks have. I now have to fold the mirrors on most trucks just to fit them between the lift posts in my shop, it's getting ridiculous. I see and hear of more "mirror hits" than ever before.

Gigattime · 03-10-2020, 09:08 PM

Agree with others. You don't really see the difference when towing. You will be line to line on some 2 lane roads, but I felt like that was true with 96" too.

Rhagfo · 03-11-2020, 06:50 AM

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Agree with others. You don't really see the difference when towing. You will be line to line on some 2 lane roads, but I felt like that was true with 96" too.

I would not give it a second thought,, but we also full time and our only vehicle is a 3500 DRW that is 8' wide at the hips, so an every day thing.

V3600 · 03-11-2020, 06:56 AM

My only complaint is the mirrors on my 2013 Chevy 3500 aren't quit wide enuf for me to see down the side of the trailer. It's not a big deal, just a minor annoyance.

bddadles · 03-11-2020, 07:54 AM

You will not even notice it.

kdauto · 03-11-2020, 09:32 AM

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My only complaint is the mirrors on my 2013 Chevy 3500 aren't quit wide enuf for me to see down the side of the trailer. It's not a big deal, just a minor annoyance.

Even when they are extended?

I'm sure I'd barely notice an extra 2.5" (per side) with my 2011. Mirrors extend plenty for my use.

Wood Chip · 03-11-2020, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by jwallis

I just ordered a new Vilano and noticed the width is 101" rather than 96" like my current trailer. Does anyone have experience going up to a wider trailer? I have considered what it might be like dealing with the additional length but have no idea if the extra width is a big concern. Thoughts.

i can saying going to a widebody was tough as my factory GM HD mirrors do not extend far enough for a decent view. i ended up installing sideview cameras to help me. im ok now

CecilD · 03-11-2020, 05:41 PM

Since I can't see my hitch, I use my truck's fenders on the dually to to align up on the sides of my 8' wide trailer. This easily centers my pin in my hitch. In a heartbeat, I would cope or find a different solution for 5 more inches of interior space. You're going to like that trailer.