[skylarkman2]

Thanks 40cpe (nice looking 40 by the way).
I would expect the bearing clearance to journal to be within tolerance (plastigage).
I would also expect it to fit tightly against the rod (little or no tolerance).
I have also wondered about an adhesive to prevent the bearing from turning in the rod, as the tabs on an insert do.
If the bearing surface is lubricated properly, then it should float on the journal, and not move in the rod.