Wow, interesting post. Thanks for taking the time to do it all.
Wasn't there an issue with side clearance as well that contributed to lack of lubrication? Is it possible it can be a combination of issues? Also if there is a side clearance issue lacking lubrication to the bearings, the coating on this bearing could make up for that lack...cancelling it out? - Possibility?
I wonder if there is a relation of blown engines/rod bearing failure and production rates.
