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Here's the thread on the problem I had with the snap-ring. 5th gear would almost, but not quite, slip out of gear. May or may not be related to your problem.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/index.php?name=PNphpBB2&file=viewtopic&p=33213&highlight=#33213
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