Hi Andy, the dome side goes towards the bearing. Don't forget we have a video in this forum topic on the replacement and adjustments required....Click HERE Great to see you got your reel and bedknife sharpened. Please post some pics of your powder coated cylinder reel
Please do not PM me asking for support. Please post your questions in the appropriate forums, as the replies it may receive may help all members, not just the individual member. Kindest Regards, Darryl