Its actually not as tight as the picture makes it look but, its about as close to the spring as id safely go. To be honest i was surprised it fit. I tried to fit the same exact tire and rim combo with my 7 1/4 rear end and it hit the spring really bad. The only thing i can figure is the 8 3/4 a tiny bit bigger? or the flange on the moser axles is a little thicker than stock? i really don't know but im pretty happy they fit.