WOD 1350 Weld/1410 Slip Driveshaft DIY Builder Kit
WF03000B
The WOD 1350 Weld / 1410 Slip Driveshaft DIY Builder Kit is a hybrid driveline solution for custom off-road vehicles that need a 1350-series weld yoke on one end and the added spline engagement and strength of a 1410-series slip assembly on the other. Built with genuine Dana/Spicer driveline components, this kit allows fabricators to build a custom-length front or rear driveshaft matched to the vehicle’s wheelbase, suspension travel, axle position, and drivetrain configuration.
This mixed-series configuration is commonly used when adapting existing 1350 driveline components to a stronger 1410 slip section, completing a custom drivetrain swap, or upgrading only part of an established driveline system. It is well suited for rock crawlers, trail buggies, Jeeps, and custom chassis builds where an off-the-shelf driveshaft will not provide the required component combination, length, or suspension travel.
Includes:
- (1) Genuine Dana/Spicer Weld Stub
- (1) Genuine Dana/Spicer 1350 Weld Yoke
- (1) Genuine Dana/Spicer 1410 Slip Yoke
Important: This is a DIY builder kit and does not come assembled. Final measuring, tube cutting, fitting, welding, balancing, and assembly are required.
Optional Components: Driveshaft tubing and compatible U-joints are available separately.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Wide Open Design |
| Component Manufacturer | Dana/Spicer |
| Product Type | Hybrid DIY Driveshaft Builder Kit |
| Weld-End U-Joint Series | 1350 |
| Slip-End U-Joint Series | 1410 |
| Recommended Tube Size | 2.5" OD x .250" Wall DOM |
| Application | Heavy-Duty Off-Road and Hybrid Driveline Builds |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Installation | Fabricator Installed |
| Tube Included | Optional |
| U-Joints Included | Optional |
| Final Balancing Required | Yes |
Fitment
Universal Fitment for Custom Driveshaft Fabrication
Common Applications:
- Rock crawlers
- Trail buggies
- Off-road race vehicles
- One-ton Jeep builds
- Custom tube chassis vehicles
- Front driveshafts
- Rear driveshafts
- Multi-piece driveshaft systems
- Custom drivetrain swaps
- Builds using mixed 1350 and 1410 driveline components
This Configuration Is Commonly Used When:
- The axle or pinion end requires a 1350-series weld yoke.
- The drivetrain requires a 1410-series slip assembly.
- An existing 1350 driveline is being upgraded without replacing every component.
- Additional spline engagement or slip-section strength is needed.
- A custom drivetrain combination cannot be matched with a single-series driveshaft kit.
Fitment Notes:
- This is a universal builder kit and is not supplied for a predetermined finished length.
- Confirm that the 1350 weld end and 1410 slip end match the corresponding drivetrain components before ordering.
- Measure the vehicle at ride height and through the full suspension cycle before cutting the driveshaft tube.
- Confirm sufficient slip travel at full compression, full droop, and maximum axle articulation.
- Verify compatibility with the transmission or transfer-case output, axle yoke, pinion yoke, carrier bearing, and U-joint retention style.
- Confirm driveshaft operating angles and available chassis clearance before final welding.
- Final welding should be completed by an experienced driveline fabricator.
- The completed driveshaft must be checked for runout and professionally balanced before operation.
FAQ
Why use a 1350 weld yoke with a 1410 slip yoke?
This combination allows the driveshaft to retain compatibility with a 1350-series component at the weld end while using a larger 1410-series slip assembly. It is useful when adapting mixed drivetrain components or upgrading the slip section without replacing the complete driveline.
What is the advantage of the 1410 slip assembly?
The 1410 slip section provides a larger driveline platform with increased spline engagement and additional strength in the area responsible for driveshaft plunge. This can be beneficial in long-travel suspension systems that place substantial movement and shock load on the slip assembly.
Does the 1410 slip end make the entire driveshaft as strong as a full 1410 system?
No. A hybrid driveshaft remains limited by its weakest component. The 1350 weld yoke, tubing, welds, U-joints, slip assembly, operating angles, and connected drivetrain components all affect the capacity of the finished system.
Which U-joints are required?
The weld end requires a compatible 1350-series universal joint, while the slip end requires a compatible 1410-series universal joint. Verify the mating yokes and retention style at both ends before ordering components.
Does this kit arrive assembled?
No. This is a DIY builder kit intended for experienced fabricators. Final measuring, tube cutting, fitting, welding, balancing, and assembly are required before installation.
What driveshaft tubing is recommended?
Many off-road builders use 2.5" OD x .250" wall DOM tubing because it offers strong resistance to dents, torsional deformation, and rock damage. Final tubing selection should also consider finished shaft length, operating RPM, critical speed, vehicle weight, and available clearance.
How much slip travel should the driveshaft have?
The required slip travel depends on suspension geometry and axle movement. The slip assembly must remain safely engaged at full droop while retaining enough compression travel to prevent bottoming out when the suspension reaches full compression.
Can I weld the driveshaft without balancing it afterward?
No. Even a carefully fitted and welded shaft can have runout or weight imbalance. The completed driveshaft should be checked for straightness and professionally balanced before operation to reduce vibration and protect bearings, seals, transfer-case outputs, and pinion components.
What other driveshaft configurations does Wide Open Design offer?
Wide Open Design offers several configurations for different drivetrain combinations and load requirements:
- 1350 Weld/Slip Driveshaft Builder Kit
- 1410 Weld/Slip Driveshaft Builder Kit
- 1480 Weld/Slip Driveshaft Builder Kit
- 1350 Weld/1410 Slip Hybrid Driveshaft Builder Kit
- 1410 Weld/1350 Slip Hybrid Driveshaft Builder Kit
