How to replace plug-in type relay with correct orintation

I really love my '96 ETC. I would just go to a parts store, take the relay, buy a new one and ask why anyone would cut a pin. Looks to me like orientation may or may not be an issue (there is a lot of confusion on the web posts) . If you tell me where to locate the ones you are looking at, I can go look at mine, shot a photo if need be and give you a better answer.