Ideal

1958 Ideal

Ideal

History

Ideal Industries, El Monte, CA

Ideal of Idaho, Inc. Caldwell Idaho

Manufacturer Information

Ideal and Cal-Craft trailers, Ideal Industries, 2328 N. Chico Avenue, El Monte, California USA FOrest8-9817

Founded in 1948 and located with many other trailer manufacturers in Southern California. Ideal moved to production facilities to Caldwell Idaho in 1978. They made trailers until 1982.

Years built

1948-1982

Ideal was last built in 1978 and the company Ideal of Idaho, Inc. last built in 1982.

Models

Most models presented a rounded roof line and large front window.

  • Model 17 – 17 ft
  • Model 20 – 20 ft
  • Model 23 – 23 ft

Pictures

1969 Ideal 21′ Travel Trailer
1970 Ideal Travel Trailer
1964 Ideal Vintage Trailer
1958 Ideal
1953 Ideal Travel Trailer

Some owners

— Jimmie Bertram if interested email me will send pic

http://www.engine-decals.com Ideal head decals are available in the sunburst or compass pattern in yellow and red, very nice reproduction.

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/vintageideals/