8.8 with C-clips and mini-spool?

[Quinn]

I just set up some 4.88s and a mini spool in an explorer 8.8. I had to grind about 1/8" material off the top and bottom of the c clip to get it to fit in the mini spool recess...my question is whether anyone on here has run one this way? I am just wondering how it may affect the overall durability and if I can run it like this or if I should pull it all back out and get a c clip eliminator kit? I guess I should mention it's going in a 95 ranger, will be off road more than on, and if this question has been discussed before I apologize in advance.

 

[F150hybred]

Your problem may actually be with the splines. I found that on certain brands (yukon), unless you're running aftermarket axles, you will need to remove about 3/16" of the splines on the outside of the mini spool.
I'm not bad mouthing Yukon... but if they would have mentioned that it sure would help many people out.

 

[Quinn]

That would definitely provide plenty of clearance to solve my issue. Maybe I will give that a shot. Thanks for the help!

 

[Explorin94]

I had to do the same thing with the explorer 8.8 in my ranger with the mini-spool. There is nothing wrong with what you did as there is not any room in there to do anything else.