Rear lift blocks are the most cost-effective way to lift or level the back of a leaf-sprung Ram — but only if you use them right. Here's the honest guide.
What lift blocks do
A lift block sits between the rear axle and the leaf spring, spacing the frame up. Because the spring itself is untouched, ride quality stays factory. Our 1994–2001 Dodge Ram 1500 lift blocks come in 4, 6, and 8 inch heights from $259.
Choosing a height
- 4 inch: matches most 4–4.5" front lift kits; the most common choice, keeps driveline angles manageable
- 6 inch: for bigger builds running 35s+; plan on checking driveshaft angle
- 8 inch: show truck territory; expect to address carrier bearing and pinion angle
The rule: rear block height should complement your front lift so the truck keeps roughly 1 inch of rake — not sit perfectly flat — so it levels out under load.
When NOT to use blocks
Never stack blocks on top of existing blocks, and never use blocks on the front axle — both are unsafe and illegal in most states. If you're already on a tall block and want more height, that's the point to move to springs or a shackle flip kit, which relocates the shackle mount for lift without the leverage penalty of a tall block.
Fighting axle wrap after a lift?
Tall blocks increase leverage on the leaf springs under throttle. If you're getting wheel hop towing or launching, boxed ladder/traction bars plant the axle and protect your driveline.
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