Blake Dill

With decades of hands-on experience in truck equipment manufacturing and formal engineering training, the author brings a rare combination of technical education and real-world industry knowledge. Their background spans all aspects of vocational truck systems — including water trucks, hydraulic systems, pumping equipment, structural fabrication, and specialized upfit components.

Having worked across design, production, and field application, they understand how equipment performs not just in the shop, but under demanding jobsite conditions. This practical, engineering-driven perspective emphasizes durability, serviceability, safety, and selecting the correct components the first time.

Through FTSR, they share technical insights, troubleshooting guidance, and product expertise to help fleet managers, operators, and mechanics reduce downtime and keep their equipment operating at peak performance.