Depends on the direction of offset. One way increases side loading (IIRC the "original type" offset and done for noise reduction), the other reduces side loading.
Do you mind clarifying that statement in relation to axis centerline? I was under the impression that moving the pin perpendicular to axis would reduce side thrust as well as noise. Moving pin with axis say up towards the rings will obviously allow the piston to come up more and bring the skirt lower when at bottom.
Correction that doesn't make sense I guess piston would not come up more.
Which way are you referring to as a possible route to have the skirt wind up in the pan?
