Which direction to curve the impeller blades?

[threedeesmax]

My new impeller for my 1958 Mark 58ae is waiting for me down at NAPA. I understand that the blades of the impeller curve to fit into its housing - and I don't remember which way they were going when I took out the old impeller (dumb, I know).

Just for peace of mind; when viewing the impeller from above, should I install the impeller so that, with the blades curved, it looks like it's spinning clockwise, or is it counter-clockwise? I think I know, but want confirmation, please.

 

[Texasmark]

Re: Which direction to curve the impeller blades?

Drive shaft rotates CW. Have heard others say on here that it doesn't matter because the first time you get on the water and wind her up the blades will fold back into the proper direction. Not sure I agree, but never tried it.......I get it right the first time.

Mark