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Old 10-04-2012, 12:14 PM   #3 (permalink)
renault_megane_dci
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cobb View Post
piston pin and rod and or crank are offset too to lessen friction
That is now a common feature in the automotive business.

Not a lot of offset is required too (thinking 6 to 12 mm, must be dependant on stroke) so this sounds like one more new project (like I did need one more ...)
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