Should piston gudgeon pin retainers be replaced at rebuild?

Depending on clip type, there is a true flat side and opposite side is somewhat "rounded". Rounded side facing out would be asking for trouble.
You came as far as removing pistons in disassembly, so why not remove clips and inspect?
I installed one clip at 12 o'clock and one at 6 o'clock. Offset so to speak. Not sure if correct but in my warped mind it is.

Dicer said

If you are not removing the pin from the pistons, leave them alone, if removing the piston pin........?!?
Yes, replace them cheap insurance, open end of the criclip up toward the top of the piston. Try to only use your fingers to install or a wooden dowel, no screwdrivers, no metal scribe, or awl.

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