Leisure Travel Vans, need second opinion before purchase.

IMHO I wouldn't get fixated on a slideout. The extra weight will reduce the net carrying capacity. Eight years ago we were in the same position you are and went with a Pleasure Way Excel. Went all over the U.S. and Canada in it, it worked out very well for us. Another consideration is a generator, we did fine without one. Our current RV has a generator and I could do without it. The key is to keep things simple and enjoy your travels and experiences, not obsess about the RV. Good luck.

Jim