Thanks for the helpful tips and concern. I truly appreciate you taking the time to assess my situation. I have measured and seen the camper in person and talked to the owner in person. He was very open and honest about the camper and its flaws. I'm wondering if it would change anyone's mind to know that he drove this camper across the country from Tahoe to Vermont in the colorado which has very similar payload ratings to the tacoma. this camper also has no heater, electrical system (battery inverter etc) nor does it have a bathroom or fridge. It does have an ice box, and three burner stove. The platform in the picture is to accommodate the cab over height (although may help with distributing weight off the tailgate. It seems like a pretty lightweight, no frills camper. It is 38" wide in the wheel wells and 7' and change in length. What is the consensus on how much this camper may weigh? I was able to find specs from Toyota about my truck GVW = 5350, Curb weight=3855 which leaves 1495 for payload. Do you think this camper is over 1200 lbs? Also worth noting that this will primarily be used for weekend trips to tahoe with very little additional weight. Some ski gear, a couple sandwiches for lunch and bedding. Seems like it will be close but right in there... am I way off base here? Also anyone who can help ID this camper would be greatly appreciated that would help get a solid idea of weight.
