Rob,

I can't offer advice on your gear, as I don't have the outback setup.

I had the exact same issue as you.  The gear would extend but the spring would be on the wrong side.

Below is a photo (Also Attached) of the old "bad" spring next to the replacement from Lancair.  Would be interesting to see if your replacement is equally different.

My entire write up is here:

Thanks,

Tom McNerney

www.N54SG.com