LT250r Kick starter won't retract

[bert20]

I had to put a new clutch case on my 85 lt250r and when i tighten all the bolts snugly the kicker just goes down and sticks. It comes back up if you pull it up by hand or you loosen 3 or 4 bolts around the kicker. this is the first time I've seen something like this and it stumped me. Any thoughts?

[headache]

I'm guessing the kick starter gear isn't installed correctly. probably need to take it back apart and check it. Maybe the spring isn't in right spot?

[bert20]

the gear was never taken out and worked before i changed the case. Could it still move out of place? Also is there a certain way to align the spring? thanks

[DezSled]

I'd bet the spring came out of the preloaded mount.

[bert20]

I'd bet the spring came out of the preloaded mount.
where is the preload mount. ive heard of them but cannot find one