I've hunted and worked in both areas. 42 is not really a quality Mule deer area. Very low densities, a lot of fires, and have never heard of any huge bucks coming out of the area. I killed a pretty nice antelope back in 1999, and saw a B&C class antelope while working there in 2002. As for area 35, it has produced some quality deer in the past, but I think 180 may be setting your goals a little high. I would consider myself lucky to get a 160 deer in 35, or most anywhere in NV without some seroius scouting or luck in the best units, or remote areas. There are better units than 35, just look at the at the bonus point page on NDOW's website. The Nevada Wildlife Record Book is an excellent research tool for $40. Nevada has recieved a lot of publicity lately for huge muley's from some major magazines. Its a great place to hunt if you can draw (less crowds, public land), but I would be careful about having too high of expectations.