Resetting Odometer - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

toddtheodd · 09-16-2009, 06:05 PM

So...
I've pulled the motor out of my 72 c-10, and am COMPLETELY rebuilding / hot rodding it.
With that being said, I think it's time to set the odometer back to zero to better represent how many miles the rebuilt engine now has on it...
So...
How do I do that?

eightbanger · 09-16-2009, 06:27 PM

Not to sure, but isn't it by attaching the speedo cable to a drill and setting the drill in reverse??
This may be wrong so wait for others to chime in.

**john** · 09-16-2009, 06:59 PM

Heres a thread with some info. There was another with pics,but I cant find it.

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=159819

rwolf9653 · 09-16-2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by eightbanger

Not to sure, but isn't it by attaching the speedo cable to a drill and setting the drill in reverse??
This may be wrong so wait for others to chime in.

This can be done but it takes forever!!! You cant go too fast or you'll tear up the odometer so lets say you do it at 100 mph, with 60k on the odometer it will take you 600 hours. Haven't done it myself but I knew a shady guy that said it wasn't worth his time.

**michael bustamante** · 09-16-2009, 07:21 PM

or you can set the drill to foward if its got 90k on it already

mbgmike · 09-16-2009, 07:41 PM

thats what I was thinking

Long Roof · 09-16-2009, 09:58 PM

I've done it before. If you take the barrel out you will see that there is a plastic retainer and if you remove that you can roll all the numbers to 0 and replace the retainer. Just don't break the retainer. If you dig into it you should see what I'm talking about. Its really not difficult.

ratpackv8sonly · 09-16-2009, 10:51 PM

Yup I have taken the whole thing appart and just removed them from the shaft an set them to zero real quick. Again be verry careful as you can break parts when totally taking it appart that far. Maybe have a spair one to do it on first.

FYI be careful if you go to clean the numbers as if I remember correct you can wipe off the white paint. But then I could be wrong an that only being on the guages. Been to long since I did this.

BCOWANWHEELS · 09-17-2009, 12:03 AM

That plastic retainer is very brittle and breaks super easy. Ask me how i know !!!!!

Andy4639 · 09-17-2009, 03:14 AM

If you break the retainer get a index card and cut a new one it will last for a very long time as long as it's in the truck.

gcburdic · 09-17-2009, 10:00 AM

here's a thread I did awhile back....hope it helps ya!!!...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321688

69GMCLonghorn · 09-17-2009, 10:10 AM

Why not celebrate that hi-po motor and buy a new speedo?! They come with like 1/10 of a mile on them... and the new ones read to 100,000 miles...

Gene · 09-17-2009, 06:21 PM

It really wasnt that hard at all after reading the step by step, the hardest part was removing the needle without breaking it(good thing I had an old spare).

Here's how mine turned out!

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-09-2011, 11:22 PM

If anyone is trying to reset theirs, I found this post from 2006 I believe and it really helps get the tumblers where you want them.

If you have the odometer wheel out just hold it in your left hand with fingers holding the first metal tab(left to right) and turn the gear with other hand until you have 9 in the ten thousand place. Then just keep holding the first metal tab and now hold the second metal and turn until you have 99***. Then you do the same for the rest until 99999. Then I just reinstall the wheel and then turn the speedo by hand a few turns until 00000. Hope that helps.

**LockDoc** · 02-10-2011, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Gene

It really wasnt that hard at all after reading the step by step, the hardest part was removing the needle without breaking it(good thing I had an old spare).

Here's how mine turned out!

That's how you can tell if one has been reset. If you notice the numbers don't line up in the window 100% correct. I think they all turn out that way if they have been reset manually... Not sure why.

LockDoc

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-10-2011, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

That's how you can tell if one has been reset. If you notice the numbers don't line up in the window 100% correct. I think they all turn out that way if they have been reset manually... Not sure why.

LockDoc

Leon, to get mine set in the window correctly I set all the tumblers to 999999. Then I hooked my drill up to the speedometer drive and ran it until they went to 0's and the tenths started on the 1. Then I took my finger and pushed all the tumblers up so they are centered in the viewing window.

71RestoRod · 02-10-2011, 01:44 AM

Why would you want to roll back the odometer?

As we all know, you can't roll it back by driving in reverse...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_S7AyiVfNdA&feature...

**LockDoc** · 02-10-2011, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Leon, to get mine set in the window correctly I set all the tumblers to 999999. Then I hooked my drill up to the speedometer drive and ran it until they went to 0's and the tenths started on the 1. Then I took my finger and pushed all the tumblers up so they are centered in the viewing window.

Thanks Ryan. I will try that.

LockDoc

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-10-2011, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71RestoRod

Why would you want to roll back the odometer?

As we all know, you can't roll it back by driving in reverse...

Mine was broken so I had to fix it.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-10-2011, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

Thanks Ryan. I will try that.

LockDoc

Leon, here is a close up of it when I got it done and reassembled.

kev2809 · 04-16-2012, 02:56 PM

i know this is a little old, but i was going through mine today and i just wanted to add that post 14 is THE way to do it, easiest by far. but what i noticed is that when you giong from left to right, line each metal tab up with the 5 digit. once your done and you put all the metal tabs back on the housing, all the 0's are facing where the window goes.

i tried it with the 9's, and they read 444444...if this makes any sense

olrosa · 02-05-2014, 12:36 PM

Need some help. i took out the odomete, broke the plactic piece that holds the metal abs of course, built a new one, but now the odomere is very stiff to turn. I thought the plastic piece i used was to this so i thined it down, but same issue. and Suggestions>?

olrosa · 02-06-2014, 06:10 PM

anyone?

**LockDoc** · 02-06-2014, 07:52 PM

_
That is one of those things that is hard to diagnose unless you are holding it in your hand... What does it do if you remove the plastic?

olrosa · 02-06-2014, 08:00 PM

Moves freely

09-16-2009, 06:05 PM	#1
toddtheodd The oddest Todd around Join Date: May 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,418	Resetting Odometer So... I've pulled the motor out of my 72 c-10, and am COMPLETELY rebuilding / hot rodding it. With that being said, I think it's time to set the odometer back to zero to better represent how many miles the rebuilt engine now has on it... So... How do I do that? __________________ "The greatest pleasure is to vanquish your enemies and chase them before you, to rob them of their wealth and see those dear to them bathed in tears, to ride their horses and clasp to your bosom their wives and daughters." Ghengis Khan IIOY???

09-16-2009, 06:27 PM	#2
eightbanger 454 MAKES IT ROAR Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Essex, U.K Posts: 2,701	Re: Resetting Odometer Not to sure, but isn't it by attaching the speedo cable to a drill and setting the drill in reverse?? This may be wrong so wait for others to chime in. __________________ Nigel. An American living in a British body. 1971 Chevy Cheyenne 10 454 "In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." - George Orwell "When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty" - Thomas Jefferson No more pain. 03.12.60 -- 12.28.10 http://www.youtube.com/Eightbanger

09-16-2009, 06:59 PM	#3
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Re: Resetting Odometer Heres a thread with some info. There was another with pics,but I cant find it. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=159819 __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

09-16-2009, 07:21 PM	#5
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,862	Re: Resetting Odometer or you can set the drill to foward if its got 90k on it already __________________ 1967custom

09-16-2009, 07:41 PM	#6
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Resetting Odometer thats what I was thinking

09-16-2009, 09:58 PM	#7
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: Resetting Odometer I've done it before. If you take the barrel out you will see that there is a plastic retainer and if you remove that you can roll all the numbers to 0 and replace the retainer. Just don't break the retainer. If you dig into it you should see what I'm talking about. Its really not difficult. __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

09-16-2009, 10:51 PM	#8
ratpackv8sonly Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Las Cruces New Mexico Posts: 214	Re: Resetting Odometer Yup I have taken the whole thing appart and just removed them from the shaft an set them to zero real quick. Again be verry careful as you can break parts when totally taking it appart that far. Maybe have a spair one to do it on first. FYI be careful if you go to clean the numbers as if I remember correct you can wipe off the white paint. But then I could be wrong an that only being on the guages. Been to long since I did this.

09-17-2009, 12:03 AM	#9
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: Resetting Odometer That plastic retainer is very brittle and breaks super easy. Ask me how i know !!!!! __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

09-17-2009, 03:14 AM	#10
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Resetting Odometer If you break the retainer get a index card and cut a new one it will last for a very long time as long as it's in the truck. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-17-2009, 10:00 AM	#11
gcburdic Restoration Virgin! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntersville, NC Posts: 8,298	Re: Resetting Odometer here's a thread I did awhile back....hope it helps ya!!!... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321688 __________________ Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present

09-17-2009, 10:10 AM	#12
69GMCLonghorn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Porter Ranch, CA Posts: 978	Re: Resetting Odometer Why not celebrate that hi-po motor and buy a new speedo?! They come with like 1/10 of a mile on them... and the new ones read to 100,000 miles...

09-17-2009, 06:21 PM	#13
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Re: Resetting Odometer It really wasnt that hard at all after reading the step by step, the hardest part was removing the needle without breaking it(good thing I had an old spare). Here's how mine turned out! Attached Images

02-09-2011, 11:22 PM	#14
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Resetting Odometer If anyone is trying to reset theirs, I found this post from 2006 I believe and it really helps get the tumblers where you want them. If you have the odometer wheel out just hold it in your left hand with fingers holding the first metal tab(left to right) and turn the gear with other hand until you have 9 in the ten thousand place. Then just keep holding the first metal tab and now hold the second metal and turn until you have 99*. Then you do the same for the rest until 99999. Then I just reinstall the wheel and then turn the speedo by hand a few turns until 00000. Hope that helps. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.**

04-16-2012, 02:56 PM	#21
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,178	Re: Resetting Odometer i know this is a little old, but i was going through mine today and i just wanted to add that post 14 is THE way to do it, easiest by far. but what i noticed is that when you giong from left to right, line each metal tab up with the 5 digit. once your done and you put all the metal tabs back on the housing, all the 0's are facing where the window goes. i tried it with the 9's, and they read 444444...if this makes any sense __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

02-05-2014, 12:36 PM	#22
olrosa Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Longview WA Posts: 748	Re: Resetting Odometer Need some help. i took out the odomete, broke the plactic piece that holds the metal abs of course, built a new one, but now the odomere is very stiff to turn. I thought the plastic piece i used was to this so i thined it down, but same issue. and Suggestions>?



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