Date Published: October 20, 2026 | 4 minute read | FAQ Article by Jill Tresch at Redwater Dodge

Can You Custom Build Your Own Truck at Redwater Dodge? Get Into The Rig Ready Ram Custom Build

How the Custom Build Process Works: Rapid Turnaround Without the Factory Wait

When most truck buyers hear the phrase "custom build," they envision submitting a factory order to the automotive assembly plant and waiting anywhere from six months to a year for delivery. While factory ordering is always an option at Redwater Dodge, our signature in-house custom build program operates completely differently.

Instead of waiting months for factory allocations, we take an existing factory-stock Ram 1500, 2500, or 3500 from our expansive inventory, or from our inbound pipeline, and customize it directly in our state-of-the-art facility.

As Jill highlights, custom building your truck through Redwater Dodge does not take months; in fact, it honestly does not even take that long, typically requiring just one to two weeks from initial consultation to final delivery.

The primary variable influencing the build timeline is parts logistics. Most of the time, our certified technicians are simply waiting on the specific custom wheels you select to arrive from our specialty suppliers. Once your wheels and suspension components land at our parts department, our factory-trained accessory technicians can complete the suspension lift, wheel mount and balance, alignment, and exterior accessory installation in just a few days.

Tailoring Your Rig: Endless Customization Options

Building a custom Rig Ready Ram at Redwater Dodge allows you to design every visual and functional element of your pickup to match your lifestyle:

1. Suspension Lifts and Levelling Systems

Whether you want a clean, level front stance to eliminate factory rake or an imposing, high-clearance off-road stance, we offer premium suspension kits from industry-leading manufacturers such as BDS Suspension, Fox Racing, and ReadyLIFT. Options range from 2-inch levelling kits to comprehensive 4-inch, 5-inch, and 6-inch full suspension lifts engineered specifically for Ram coil-spring and air-suspension platforms.

2. Custom Wheels & Performance Off-Road Tires

Your wheels and tires define the character and stance of your truck. You have access to thousands of wheel designs, finishes (gloss black, matte black, machined, chrome, or polished), and offsets from premier aftermarket brands like Fuel Off-Road, Moto Metal, American Force, and TSW. We pair your chosen wheels with rugged all-terrain or maximum-traction mud-terrain tires from brands such as BFGoodrich, Toyo, Nitto, and Goodyear, calibrated precisely for Alberta highway and backroad conditions.

3. Custom Exterior Styling & Body Protection

Complete your one-of-a-kind build with durable exterior accessories tailored to Western Canadian driving:

• Colour-Matched Fender Flares: Pocket-style or smooth fender flares painted to match your factory paint code, shielding your body panels from rock chips thrown by wider tires.
• Heavy-Duty Commercial Mudflaps: Essential for Alberta highway compliance and vehicle protection, keeping road spray and gravel off your paint and trailers.
• Custom Window Tinting: High-grade ceramic or dyed tint providing interior heat rejection, UV protection, and enhanced privacy.
• Lighting, Side Steps & Bumpers: Electric power-deploying running boards, heavy-duty steel front and rear bumpers, LED light bars, and spray-in bedliners.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can I finance the lift kit, custom wheels, and accessories directly into my monthly truck payment?

A1. Yes! Through the Rig Ready Approves financing program, the cost of all aftermarket modifications, including lift kits, wheels, tires, fender flares, and installation labour, is rolled directly into your primary auto loan, keeping your monthly or bi-weekly payments low and affordable.

Q2. Does custom building a truck at Redwater Dodge void my factory Ram warranty?

A2. No. When Redwater Dodge builds your custom truck, our certified technicians ensure all components meet OEM standards. Unmodified factory components remain fully covered under the Stellantis factory warranty, while aftermarket parts carry their own manufacturer warranties.

Q3. Can I choose specific aftermarket wheel and tire brands for my build?

A3. Yes! You can choose from top-tier wheel brands such as Fuel Off-Road, Moto Metal, American Force, and TSW, paired with tires from BFGoodrich, Toyo, Nitto, or Goodyear. Our team works with you to select the exact offset, diameter, and tread pattern for your driving needs.

Q4. Can you build a custom lifted truck using a heavy-duty Ram 3500 Dually?

A4. Yes! Redwater Dodge specializes in custom building both single-rear-wheel (SRW) and dual-rear-wheel (DRW / Dually) trucks, including custom dually wheels, high-clearance suspension lifts, heavy-duty kickback mudflaps, and commercial towing packages.