Dwayne, thanks...that also helps.
It's probably very obvious I've never worked with anything but regular replacement type bearings (made from a couple different materials) on anything.
Probably dating myself...was sold Michigan 77 branded for the first engines I ever worked with...since then have used only Clevite P bearings, FM aluminum, and stock G3 aluminum from Mopar/Dodge Dealer.
I'm glad I checked my ego at the door and asked what was going on.
Like a few of the cool people here, Tom Molnar really seems to be a gem.
Told me to contact him anytime for advice.
Really can't beat that.
Rich