If .005 is accurate for rod clearance, Yep it's too tight. .020 t0 .025 is much better. I'm sorry the trophy truck has that much at run temp. WOW! Huge breakdown issues in the oil department. Now a bit of old school advice, Put a mechanical gauge in the pan. It's better to be sure of what you have than run around on the lake and wonder. Paddeling back to shore really bites