How to not get locked in my camper

[MarkCamper4x4]

Hello. I am brand new here, and so I hope I am posting at the right place. I need some guidance.

I am in-process of purchasing a lightweight camper that fully fits inside my 6-foot 2024 Tacoma bed with the tailgate closed. I want the tailgate closed when I am driving so I can utilize the truck's backup camera, sensors, etc.

How do I keep the tailgate from being closed on me when I am inside the camper?
And, how can I make sure that the tailgate isn't stolen?

I think both of these are probably remote possibilites, but you never know!

Thanks! Mark

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Mark, first… welcome to WTW! Is your tailgate locked via a fob or a key? If fob, can you trigger an open with the fob? My guess is that if you can’t trigger an open, you’re going to be crawling out the emergency exit. What camper are you considering?

While I understand your desire to keep the tailgate on to retain camera and sensor function, your best bet may be to add a camera to the camper or license plate bracket. Additionally, having the tailgate on makes it a bit more awkward to enter and exit. Geezers like me have lost a lot of flexibility.