Is there any way during an engine build, to ensure that after it is all complete, to be positive that you will not spin a bearing during the course of break in, and after?

 

pay careful attention to your oil

 

Clean everything very well. Keep everything organized. Triple check all your clearances for oil. If you have ANY doubt about the ability for a component to hold a bearing, ie. welded crank or "slightly" spun rod, give it the water test: throw it in a lake, if it floats, it's ok to use.

 

plastigauge it or use a dial bore gauge(?) to measure the clearances between the bearing and the rod.

 

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Or do both just to check yourself..

 

Don't consume any alcohol before assembling the motor.