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What was the name of the Winnebago RV in 1973?

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Ethan Hayes

Published Mar 18, 2026

What was the name of the Winnebago RV in 1973?

Winnebago Industries has been manufacturing its eponymous recreational vehicle since 1969. In 1973, the company had four Winnies on the market: two large-size family RVs called the Indian and the Chieftain II, and two small-size models called the Brave and, for the first year, the Minnie Winnie.

Where did the name Winnebago parts come from?

Named after the county in Iowa, the company traces its beginnings to the year 1958, when Forest City, Iowa was on the brink of an economic collapse. The company was founded by John K. Hanson, a Forest City business man who, along with 4 other investors, persuaded a California based company to start a travel trailer industry in the town.

How to buy Winnebago parts in the USA?

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How big is the Indian Winnebago in feet?

The Indian isn’t quite as large as the Chieftain, but sleeps almost as many. It’s 22 feet 11 inches to 24 feet long and has three inches less of headspace inside, at 6 feet 3 inches, but it has the same V-8 engine and Dodge RM-350 chassis as the Chieftain.

Where to buy Winnebago RV parts in Iowa?

Our 5.5-acre facility is just a few miles away from the Winnebago Industries factory in Forest City, Iowa, where we stop daily to pick up inventory and speak with factory employees, staying current on the latest Winnebago news. We take pride in our customer service and our team is dedicated to helping you accurately order the parts you need.

How to search for parts in Winnebago catalog?

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When is the best time to order Winnebago parts?

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