Transmission main shaft snap ring

[Chicknstripn]

So I started talking about this in a thread I started about my cams. Anyway here's what I've discovered:
When I had my local HD press my transmission back into my crankcase I also had them install the main shaft snap ring. I had replaced the bearing but did not have snap ring plier stout enough to handle reinstalling the snap ring. When they reinstalled the snap ring they installed it upside down. The ring has a slight curve on the side that faces the thrust washer that sits between the main shaft bearing and the clutch assembly.
Needless to say I heard a loud snap when I torqued the transmission nut. This snap I heard when torquing the transmission nut was the thrust popping into the inner diameter of the main shaft bearing snap ring. Since the snap ring was installed upside down there was no gradual slope for the thrust washer to slide down into the snap ring. It went from outside the ring to SNAP inside the ring.
My question is; can I leave it like that or do I need to remove and reinstall snap ring and washer?
I'm not sure if the washer is just a spacer or if it's suppose to spin. Right now it seems as if it will be stationary. It's pressed pretty tight inside the snap ring. I'll try an upload a photo of what I'm talking about in a few minutes. Photobucket was working super slow a minute ago.

 

[Chicknstripn]

This is a pic of my main shaft snap ring with the thrust washer stuck/pressed into it.

 

[UMDterp13]

Outside the case? Primary side, correct? I'd be worried about the clutch spinning against it or clearance there at least.

I think I know what you're talking about but not 100%

 

[Chicknstripn]

I guess I messed up on the photo upload. If you click the link you can see what I'm talking about.
The old thrust washer had wear marks that made it look as if the clutch just spins against it.
And yes. Outside the case primary side is exactly right.

 

[UMDterp13]

Well I'd put it together and check if it matters or not and let us know lol
Just don't put any fluid in it, start it and see if clutch drags or slips.

I assume it matters since the washer has "in" and "out" stamped on it. But not sure it's been documented.
It should be important because the tolerances. The 1/16" washer may make the difference.

 

[squidbuellie]

It's fine.... And the spacer is so the clutch basket does not rub on the main bearing.

 

[Chicknstripn]

The thrust washer with the out stamped on it is not the one in question.
Anyway, I'm not taking my chances. It seems that IF the snap ring retaining the main transmission bearing was installed correctly it would give the thrust washer just enough clearance to ride inside the snap ring, between the bearing and the clutch shell.
I already talked to the HD shop that installed the snap ring and they said to just bring it to them and they'll flip it around for me.
If I can't get it, that will be my last resort.
I've been following the service manual to a "T" and will not start deviating now.

 

[Chicknstripn]

Quick update.
I bought a set of beefy snap ring pliers. Removing and replacing the snap ring in question was a SNAP. Ha ha
Now that the snap ring is installed properly the thrust washer has just enough clearance to spin freely.
Primary went back together super easy. No strange noises while torquing everything to spec.
I should have my motor back in my bike sometime this week.
Keeping my fingers crossed that everything will work as it should once she fires up again!