8 3/4" 489 help needed w/ solid sleeve

I'm trying to set up a 489 with a solid spacer and it seems that it is too long.
Is this a common problem or am I missing something ?

I'm using new Timken bearings and new set up bearings and the cups were pressed in.

.010" Spacer shim is too much, the bearings won't load.

What do you think Guys ? ](*,)