"As for the poptop... I helped a customer load one onto his SUV about an
hour
ago, this is just a WAG, but I doubt it weighed more than 100lbs.
Seems to me, the heavy components in a Westy are the bed frame and the
appliances.
Cheers,"
Jeff

Ya, the top is harder to handle due to it's size than it is heavy, but it
also sits higher than everything else. Also, the water if you carry any, can
add almost 100 lbs to that side of the van. I like the feel of my van when
it's "camping-ready" better than empty. Rides like an unloaded truck when
nothing's in it and feels more stable, if slower, when loaded.

Bob Stevens

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