I wouldn't recommend it, but have seen it done. The better solution is to 'turn' the pins. if they haven't already been 'turned'. To do this, press the pin out, then rotate it 180 degrees, and press it back in, this can be done with the bushings as well. You can also switch sides with the sprockets. What all this does is to expose the unworn metal surfaces to the load side, thus extending wear before replacement is needed.
Take care,
Andy