Two technicians are discussing side thrust. Technician A says that the piston pin axis offset from the cylinder centerline eliminates noises caused by the rocking of the piston. Technician B says that to minimize the degree of side thrust, engine manufacturers often offset the centerline of the wrist pin with the centerline of the piston. Who is right?
A)A only"
B)B only"
C)Both A and B
D)Neither A nor B"

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Both technicians are correct. Technician A is right that offsetting the piston pin axis can help reduce noise from piston rocking. Technician B is also correct that offsetting the wrist pin can minimize side thrust.

Two Technicians Are Discussing Side Thrust