Newbie Qs about Trucks, Campers and Wives

We went used all the way. That being said our used truck is our 04 Chevy Duramax 3500 dually. It was designed for a camper from the factory but was a work truck for 10 years, low mileage and not many repairs along the way. Our camper is a 90 model Shadow Cruiser, no longer built, and was in pretty good shape, no rot just of road dings and some worn out things easily replaced here at home. We are older, supposed to be retired but.....that's another whole story, and have had everything but a motor home. I being the wife was the one that pushed for a TC as we wanted to be able to tow things and I'm glad we got it. It is a 9.5' and weighs right at 2900 loaded. I wouldn't want a smaller truck but that's just us. A long bed gave us the optional wet bath room space. I wouldn't want a smaller camper either as we drag three, yes three, small dogs along. I've overstocked with things and after every trip continue to pare down what goes along. Our old camper doesn't have a gray water tank and that's about all I'd have liked to had that we don't. Energy efficient smaller AC and a Honda 2000i were add ons and are nice. We also don't boondock big time nor do we unload the camper like many do. I don't know how long we'd be comfy but have taken month long trips and that's fine. Have homebase place too and lots family scattered around to hang out at to get out of the camper if we want, but I like having all my "things" handy. My only caution would be don't spend the bank all at once but a heavier truck, not necessarily a dually, would be a wise decision, but that's just my 2c. Storage for clothes and cooking items is something the wife will be appreciative of. Good luck and Happy Trails!