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I used to have a 1988 Newell 40' single axle, #174 if I remember correctly.  We loved it, used it a lot for about 8 years, and sold it after buying a 1999 Prevost XL40 Royale.  Have enjoyed it as well for about 4 years, but are now considering newer, 2001 to maybe 2008 - Newell again this time.  45 will probably be all there is, and everything of those years will have slides I imagine.  I am not familiar with that many coaches with slides, but most I have been in are not very usable until the slides are out.  We often stop in rest areas, Cracker Barrels, state parks, etc., often for one night only, and will not be opening the slides for various reasons.  I have seen a 2 slide Newell with both slides street side, and it was still quite roomy unopened. Have not been inside one, but have also seen 3 slide floor plans with 2 of the slides in the rear bedroom, along each side of the bed, and it would seem to work okay while closed.  Anyway, I wanted to rejoin your group and go back to learning from you while shopping for a Newell.  Thanks for your group and help.