what is a snowvilla

[catman2010]

I'm looking at a snowvilla and I want to know some information on there design, features, why they are so heavy. any place I can get this information.

[Don W]

This is a link to NUWA Archives

http://www.nuwa.com/archives/

This may help

[huuligan]

I see the Snowbird trailers in the archives but not Snowvillas.  What year is the Snowvilla you are looking at?

Gary

[gillsr1]

http://www.rvweb.com/guides/manufacturers/nu_wa/models/2004_snowvilla-1087421361684  this is the page I found with the specs for a  2004 NuWa Snowvilla.  I don't know if it will help or not, but nice looking rig!

Cheryl

[catman2010]

That link was the exact match for the 2004 snowvilla I'm looking at.

[catman2010]

I noticed that the pin goes straight down. Does this create a problem with hitting the cab on my truck. How much does the pin stick back from the corner of the trailer?  can I still make sharp turns with my 8' bed? I have 4' 4" from the cab to the back of the pin hole of my receiver. looks like I will lose turning room.

[mmitc100]

The SnowVilla was the name given to the Snowbird SE 102 models but for Canada.  Although we trademarked the name in the US, this name was already trademarked in Canada.  Thus the same unit was given a different name for Canada destined trailers.  The pin location and front nose concept is designed to work with an eight foot bed and will not interfere with the truck cab if the hitch is installed in the normal location.  This unique design is very efficient, as it creates what NuWa describes as the "plus 2" design, because two extra feet of interior space are gained from a unit that is not two longer when towed.  This unit was very popular but slowly the popularity of the short bed trucks limited the sale and it died and unfortunate death.  We still talk about re-introducing the concept at NuWa, because it is practical and uniquely efficient.  Those who own the Snowbird and Snow Villa plus two models have always been very proud of their trailers.  A Snowbird Club is still active in the US and many of those owners will come to NuWa for upgrades to their trailers rather than buy a new one.  If taken care of by the present owner, the SnowVilla will serve someone well for many years and NuWa can still provide parts and service for these units.   MIKE

I noticed that the pin goes straight down. Does this create a problem with hitting the cab on my truck. How much does the pin stick back from the corner of the trailer?  can I still make sharp turns with my 8' bed? I have 4' 4" from the cab to the back of the pin hole of my receiver. looks like I will lose turning room.

[huuligan]

You'll be fine with the standard pin box and a long bed truck as long as the hitch is mounted in the truck properly (centered, or close to centered)  over the axle.

Gary

[ellis2roam]

Mike is correct - imagine that! We own a '01 SnowVilla and still love it. It is a dream to pull and live in. We have a 8 ft box and can still turn 90 degrees or more. Thanks NuWa.

Barb & Terry

[catman2010]

I have 4'4" to the cabside of the receiver pin hole. It is a 20,000# Reese. How realistic is the 13100# light rate of the trailer? Is that with no water or junk inside other than  factory equipment ? I have seen light weight numbers 11000# - 13000# on the same trailer. Is nuwa's weight the safest to use? Do they estimate high or low as a rule? I'm very interested in the snowvilla, but would be happier with a 1000# lighter trailer. Do they have more insulation that would make the trailer easier to cool in the summer? This is my first trailer and I plan on living in it for 5 months to see if I will want to fulltime. If I sell my house I will be full time unless we don't like it.

[mmitc100]

Go to the archives and identify the factory publicized UVW or dry weight of this or the Sister Snowbird SE102 +2 model.   Then add about  500lbs -600lbs for the probable weight of options that the original owner most likely purchased.   This should give you a realistic weight within maybe 100 lbs-200lbs of actual.  Of course you then need to add for water, LP and cargo.   And figure that your hitch weight will be maybe 500 lbs. greater than shown.  Options were most likely included with the dry hitch weight shown.  This information assumes the unit does not have generator.  A washer/dryer would also add some weight.  Change out the TV to an LCD and you will reduce the weight.   MIKE

I have 4'4" to the cabside of the receiver pin hole. It is a 20,000# Reese. How realistic is the 13100# light rate of the trailer? Is that with no water or junk inside other than  factory equipment ? I have seen light weight numbers 11000# - 13000# on the same trailer. Is nuwa's weight the safest to use? Do they estimate high or low as a rule? I'm very interested in the snowvilla, but would be happier with a 1000# lighter trailer. Do they have more insulation that would make the trailer easier to cool in the summer? This is my first trailer and I plan on living in it for 5 months to see if I will want to fulltime. If I sell my house I will be full time unless we don't like it.