Pickup truck suspension question

[tx2sturgis]

If we want to tow a camper something's got to change, thus my question, what to do about the suspension.  I don't want to mess with air bags but was wondering if leaf spring helpers or better shocks would do the trick?

Shocks don't carry the load, they dampen the ride...So don't get talked into airshocks, because damage will occur, sooner or later.

Air bags will help, but then you need to carry a compressor, use one at gas stations, or have an on-board compressor installed.

A helper leaf might work, but the ride, when unladen, will be stiff. 

A good solution would be a weight-distributing hitch. They can be a hassle to set up correctly, but if you get the right weight range, they will move some of the weight to the front axle and help level the truck's ride.

To shop for one of these hitches, you need to know your trailer weight and approximate tongue weight.