Rebuilding my Flathead random questions

[Mart]

I'm no engine builder, but as long as the rod bearings are not loose when torqued up, they will work as intended. They should fit into the rod and cap without too much resistance but not be so sloppy they are falling out, though they can sometimes fall out when sliding the piston and rod in. You need to watch and check when fitting. Like I say, I'm not an expert, but this is my (limited) experience.