Spec Mistakes

Every fleet manager knows spec mistakes get expensive. In this section, we cover real-world examples where a bad choice on chassis, body, or component led to breakdowns and wasted budget. Learn how to identify and prevent these errors before they cost you.

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How to Spec a Work Truck in 2026 (The 5 Specs Fleets Should Hand Their Upfitter)

How to Spec a Work Truck in 2026 (The 5 Specs Fleets Should Hand Their Upfitter)

A field-tested guide to ordering work trucks that don’t break budgets, frames, or trust

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Buying TipsBuying Tips
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Low Profile Tool Box Guide: What Fleets Get Wrong

Low Profile Tool Box Guide: What Fleets Get Wrong

Why a low profile tool box outperforms crossover boxes on real jobsites

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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26 ft Box Truck Dimensions: The Specs Fleets Get Wrong (and the Real Weight Limits You Need to Know)

26 ft Box Truck Dimensions: The Specs Fleets Get Wrong (and the Real Weight Limits You Need to Know)

Most fleets misunderstand 26-footer dimensions, door clearance, payload capacity, and real weight limits. Here’s what actually matters before you buy

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Fleet StrategyFleet Strategy
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Rail Gate vs Liftgate: Rail, Tuck-Under & Cantilever Compared

Rail Gate vs Liftgate: Rail, Tuck-Under & Cantilever Compared

A practical breakdown of liftgate behavior, stability, and route fit

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Fleet StrategyFleet Strategy
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Heavy Duty Truck Upfitting Guide: Build It Right

Heavy Duty Truck Upfitting Guide: Build It Right

A fleet-grade guide to spec and upfit heavy duty trucks with precision

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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10 Foot Box Truck Dimensions: Complete Fleet & Moving Guide (2025 Specs)

10 Foot Box Truck Dimensions: Complete Fleet & Moving Guide (2025 Specs)

A full breakdown of 10’ box truck dimensions, payload, capacity, and what actually fits — for both fleets and movers

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Service-Utility TruckService-Utility Truck
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Commercial Truck Upfitting Guide: Costs, Industries & Smart Spec Choices

Commercial Truck Upfitting Guide: Costs, Industries & Smart Spec Choices

A tight, field-tested guide to upfitting costs, industries, and the mistakes that drain fleet budgets

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Fleet StrategyFleet Strategy
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Standard Upfit vs Custom Upfits: Which One Saves More for Fleets

Standard Upfit vs Custom Upfits: Which One Saves More for Fleets

The real-world cost, lead time, and ROI difference between standard and custom truck builds — and why the best strategy might be a mix of both

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Fleet StrategyFleet Strategy
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How Much Weight Can a Single-Axle Dump Truck Carry?

How Much Weight Can a Single-Axle Dump Truck Carry?

Real-world guide to dump truck load limits, axle laws, and GVWR ratings — with charts, real examples, and smarter spec strategies for fleet buyers

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Fleet StrategyFleet Strategy
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The Ultimate Work Truck Upfit Guide to Save Fleets Thousands

The Ultimate Work Truck Upfit Guide to Save Fleets Thousands

How smart upfit planning prevents downtime, protects your budget, and keeps every heavy-duty fleet on the road.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Work Truck RepairsWork Truck Repairs
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Stop $12K in Rework: The 2025 Spec Fail Checklist for Fleet Pros

Stop $12K in Rework: The 2025 Spec Fail Checklist for Fleet Pros

The 7-step checklist fleets use to catch $12K mistakes before the first weld.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Power SystemsPower Systems
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7 Essential Tips for Choosing the Right PTO Hydraulic Pump

7 Essential Tips for Choosing the Right PTO Hydraulic Pump

How one $3,200 “shortcut” turned into an $86,400 repair bill—and what every fleet manager should check before spec’ing their next truck.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen