I recommend getting the slide. In my opinion the extra interior space is well worth any risk. Also consider that the stories you hear are based on those who have had problems, but there are many many more who have never had a problem and so had no reason to comment. For the record, I have a camper with a Schwintec slide. In five years it has never failed to operate properly. I did have some damage to the under side of the slide because of a malfunctioning roller. I repaired the roller and floor and have had no other issues.