Jumping In, Need rv buying advice, yes ive searched

Hello all, the wife and I have decided that were going to take our shenanigans on the road. Our plan requires us to stay put to save up for the next year and a half.

A family member is gifting me a 1987 Georgie Boy with the Ford 460 motor, its got 60,000 miles. Its gas obvi.

Our plan is to pick it up in the fall from Oregon and drive it back to Texas where we live. Jan 1st we will be moving into it and let the savings roll.

Our goal is to save 70k in that year and a half. 20 for a newer Diesel Pusher Class A, 5-7k for a Toad and the rest is for our 15k break fix budget and the rest for travel while setting work milestones due to funds.

Here's where I need the advice. It seems Diesel Pushers (Ie. 93 pace arrow) have really reliable drivetrains.

Wondering if I should be looking for a pusher with the 5.9 or I should be looking bigger. I know anything can break and will but I would like the most solid long lasting setup I can afford.

Something powerful enough to make trips over the Rockies or up to Alaska towing without issue.

Some brand or model with good original workmanship.

Were only 33 years old and plan on driving it till the wheels fall off.

Any recommendations what I should look for ?

Thanks !

`James