{"product_id":"glo-10","title":"Globe DriveSaver Flexible Shaft Coupling Model 908 - 01-12-0230","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGlobe DriveSaver Model 908\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium marine \u003cstrong\u003eflexible shaft coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e used between the transmission output flange and propeller shaft coupling on compatible inboard propulsion systems. Built from Globe's Brandonite® non-metallic elastomeric material, the DriveSaver helps absorb driveline shock, reduce vibration transfer, accommodate minor alignment movement, and electrically isolate the shaft from the transmission to help reduce galvanic corrosion paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel \u003cstrong\u003e908\u003c\/strong\u003e is intended for heavy-duty marine driveline installations where the gearbox flange, bolt pattern, pilot diameter, and torque rating match the coupling specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlobe DriveSaver flexible shaft coupling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlobe factory part number: \u003cstrong\u003e01-12-0230\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: \u003cstrong\u003e908\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for compatible \u003cstrong\u003e9-inch gearbox flange\u003c\/strong\u003e applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-metallic Brandonite® construction for vibration isolation and driveline shock absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps provide electrical isolation between transmission and propeller shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for large pleasure craft, commercial vessels, and heavy-duty marine propulsion systems where specifications match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce stress transfer from propeller strikes, shifting shock, and driveline vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be selected by exact flange pattern, pilot, torque rating, and shaft\/transmission configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGearbox flange reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.00 in. FLA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoupling outside diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.00 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoupling thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-3\/8 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 3,000 ft-lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt size\/thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/8\"-18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical fastener length reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-1\/4 in. Grade 8 fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt circle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-1\/2 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.00 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePilot style:\u003c\/strong\u003e male\/female indexed alignment configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon application context includes heavy-duty inboard marine transmissions and gearboxes where the output flange matches the DriveSaver 908 specification, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eAllison marine transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e installations where the flange pattern matches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eTwin Disc\u003c\/strong\u003e marine gear applications where specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eZF \/ Hurth\u003c\/strong\u003e marine transmission installations where the 9-inch flange, bolt circle, pilot, and torque requirements match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect heavy-duty commercial and pleasure craft driveline installations using an 8-bolt, 9-inch flange configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this coupling only where the transmission output flange, shaft coupling, pilot diameter, bolt circle, bolt size, and torque rating match the \u003cstrong\u003eGlobe DriveSaver Model 908 \/ 01-12-0230\u003c\/strong\u003e specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by transmission model, output flange diameter, bolt circle, pilot diameter, bolt size, shaft coupling face, available shaft movement, and engine torque before ordering. Marine flexible couplings are not selected by transmission brand alone. Similar transmissions can have different output flanges, bolt patterns, pilot registers, and coupling requirements depending on ratio, production range, adapter flange, or previous repower work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the installation is near the torque limit, confirm whether the standard \u003cstrong\u003e908\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e908S\u003c\/strong\u003e, or plus-rated variant is required before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Product Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the DriveSaver if the coupling is cracked, swollen, distorted, delaminated, oil-soaked, heat-damaged, crushed, or showing separated material around the bolt holes. It should also be inspected after a propeller strike, grounding, driveline vibration complaint, shaft alignment issue, transmission replacement, engine repower, or coupling removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failed or incorrectly selected flexible coupling can create vibration, fastener loosening, driveline misalignment, shaft seal wear, transmission bearing stress, or loss of proper propulsion alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm engine and shaft alignment before installing the coupling. The transmission flange and shaft coupling faces should be clean, flat, and free of burrs, paint buildup, corrosion, and old thread compound. Seat the pilot register fully before tightening fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the correct fasteners for the coupling and flange specification, then tighten evenly in a crisscross\/star pattern so the coupling compresses uniformly. Recheck shaft alignment after installation according to the vessel or transmission service procedure. If required, use a dial indicator to verify runout and confirm that the shaft, coupling, and flange are tracking correctly before returning the vessel to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Service Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring installation, inspect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission output flange condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft coupling face and pilot register\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupling bolts, washers, and lock hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft alignment and shaft seal condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine mounts and transmission mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropeller shaft straightness after any strike or grounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhether a bushing or adapter kit is required for the specific flange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobe 01-12-0230\u003c\/strong\u003e — factory part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobe DriveSaver 908\u003c\/strong\u003e — model reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriveSaver Model 908\u003c\/strong\u003e — common product reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e908S\u003c\/strong\u003e — related variant; verify dimensions and application before substitution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e908PR \/ Plus-Rated\u003c\/strong\u003e — related higher-capacity variant; verify torque requirement before substitution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriveSaver selection should always be based on measured flange specifications, not just the transmission model. The key checks are flange diameter, bolt circle, pilot diameter, bolt size, torque rating, and available installation space. A correctly matched DriveSaver can reduce vibration and provide electrical isolation, but it does not replace proper shaft alignment or worn engine mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GLO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563812454436,"sku":"908","price":937.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/690c0bbf-36f3-4ea5-9f9e-da3a22038e56.png?v=1781218523","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/glo-10","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}