# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=113 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 114 --- ## [Charger testing](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-testing/5286)
**Author:** [@minnermp](https://community.electricforum.com/u/minnermp)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2015, 5:28am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-testing/5286 "2015-09-12T05:28:39Z")
Hi, im pretty new to this stuff so plz bear with me. I've just acquired a 2009 GEM ES 7.0 and it has been sitting for a cpl years so i'm sure the batteries are all bad. s there any way to check to see if the charger work… --- ## [Identify Charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/identify-charger/5287)
**Author:** [@earlk](https://community.electricforum.com/u/earlk)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2015, 8:12am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/identify-charger/5287 "2015-09-10T08:12:24Z")
Recently purchased a 2001 E825. Trying to identify charger. The only markings I can see is a tag that says GE. Is this a Schott? --- ## [Brake light](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-light/5274)
**Author:** [@pro1show](https://community.electricforum.com/u/pro1show)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2015, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-light/5274 "2015-09-06T14:45:49Z")
my brake lights stay on my 2004 --- ## [Polaris RANGER EV Li-Ion Camo](https://community.electricforum.com/t/polaris-ranger-ev-li-ion-camo/5270)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2015, 10:37am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/polaris-ranger-ev-li-ion-camo/5270 "2015-09-06T10:37:04Z")
While best known for its GEM range of neighbourhood electric vehicles the introduction of the new off-road Polaris RANGER EV Li-Ion Camo has certainly caught the attention of enthusiasts. This is the first vehicle introd… --- ## [GEM top speed?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-top-speed/5131)
**Author:** [@camelot](https://community.electricforum.com/u/camelot)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2015, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-top-speed/5131 "2015-09-05T15:25:36Z")
What's the top speed (level ground) for your stock, unmodified GEM e2? --- ## [Charging](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging/5265)
**Author:** [@Bud\_narachi](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bud_narachi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2015, 3:20pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging/5265 "2015-09-04T15:20:02Z")
Does any one know what the profiles are for sealed battery from GEM. I have 2006 with a delta-q charger --- ## [72 volt charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72-volt-charger/5234)
**Author:** [@FIGMO](https://community.electricforum.com/u/FIGMO)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2015, 9:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72-volt-charger/5234 "2015-09-02T09:39:24Z")
My charger quit on my 2002 gem truck. I have a 72 volt charger I use to charge my boat batteries 10 amp . where and how do I hook it up to charge my gem truck? Thanks --- ## [5 hp to 7.5 hp conversion for a 2005 GEM E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/5-hp-to-7-5-hp-conversion-for-a-2005-gem-e4/5226)
**Author:** [@IAMGLG](https://community.electricforum.com/u/IAMGLG)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/5-hp-to-7-5-hp-conversion-for-a-2005-gem-e4/5226 "2015-08-31T16:19:06Z")
I have a 2005 GEM e-4 car with a 5 hp GE, standard motor on it. I want to upgrade to a 7.5 hp motor. I understand that the GE motor has a 4 pulse tachometer on it and the 7.5 hp motor (ride 4 fun) has a 2 pulse tach on i… --- ## [12.44 Gearbox](https://community.electricforum.com/t/12-44-gearbox/5239)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 11:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/12-44-gearbox/5239 "2015-08-30T11:24:22Z")
A fried of mine who lives in the hills would like to trad his 8.9 gearbox for a 12.44. PM me if your interested. Heres a chance for you flatlanders to speed up your cart without trashing your stock motor. Rodney --- ## [Truck Bed](https://community.electricforum.com/t/truck-bed/5231)
**Author:** [@lvzfyr](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lvzfyr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2015, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/truck-bed/5231 "2015-08-28T14:44:54Z")
Anyone suggest a place to get a utility Bed for a 2012 E4? I have the trunk but I think a truck bed would be more suitable for what I use it for. Thanks in advance Scott --- ## [Stock 5hp rpm rating](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stock-5hp-rpm-rating/5214)
**Author:** [@LithiumGods](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LithiumGods)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2015, 9:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stock-5hp-rpm-rating/5214 "2015-08-27T09:39:02Z")
does anyone know what the ge 5hp motor rated or maximum rpm is ? I would assume the factory 25 mph limiter keeps it below max rpm . trying to find out what it's rated to . --- ## [Problem with e825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/problem-with-e825/5221)
**Author:** [@earlk](https://community.electricforum.com/u/earlk)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2015, 6:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/problem-with-e825/5221 "2015-08-24T06:39:48Z")
I just purchased a 2001 e825. The only issue I have with the vehicle is when I come to a complete stop and then hit the accelerator pedal the car will not move. If I turn the key off and then turn it back on again the ca… --- ## [GEM E825-4 Trojan T-1275 Battery Hold Down](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-e825-4-trojan-t-1275-battery-hold-down/5205)
**Author:** [@rviguet](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rviguet)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2015, 11:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-e825-4-trojan-t-1275-battery-hold-down/5205 "2015-08-22T11:47:11Z")
I bought a 2002 GEM E825-4 that the previous owner put Trojan T-1275 batteries in. He said the battery hold down bars would not fit with these batteries in the car, so the batteries are just sitting in the battery trays… --- ## [What else can go wrong?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-else-can-go-wrong/5219)
**Author:** [@camelot](https://community.electricforum.com/u/camelot)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2015, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-else-can-go-wrong/5219 "2015-08-21T19:18:19Z")
Finally got my 2008 Gem e2 running. Fun little vehicle! Great for trips to store and down to the beach. Got in it yesterday to go for a spin. Backing out of garage. Stopped to pick up some stuff in the way. Parking… --- ## [Controller and codes](https://community.electricforum.com/t/controller-and-codes/5218)
**Author:** [@Wayne](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Wayne)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2015, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/controller-and-codes/5218 "2015-08-21T13:38:49Z")
I have a 2000 gem car that was not running I have it running now but the code have changed after putting on a different controller the 04 code for the parking brake is now 09 is this controller newer and have different c… --- ## [Differential swap](https://community.electricforum.com/t/differential-swap/5202)
**Author:** [@inspectorudy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/inspectorudy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2015, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/differential-swap/5202 "2015-08-20T12:44:59Z")
I live in Georgia where the hills are pretty steep and with my 7.5 motor and the 14 inch wheels I am having motor controller over heat problems. Rodney told me that if I got a lower gear diff I would lose some speed but … --- ## [Lithium batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lithium-batteries/5215)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2015, 10:59am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lithium-batteries/5215 "2015-08-20T10:59:38Z")
this was on FB this morning... could Polaris add Lithium to the GEM car next? Polaris Introduces RANGER EV Li-Ion Polaris Pursuit Camo (With Brammo Tech) Polaris introduced its off-road electric vehicle RANGER EV Li-… --- ## [External cooling for my T1 controller](https://community.electricforum.com/t/external-cooling-for-my-t1-controller/5213)
**Author:** [@inspectorudy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/inspectorudy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2015, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/external-cooling-for-my-t1-controller/5213 "2015-08-19T19:19:55Z")
After reading all about the different motor controllers it looks like the old T1 suffers from heat build up due to using larger motors than they were designed for. If that is the case would an external cooling source be … --- ## [DC/DC Converter issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-dc-converter-issues/5118)
**Author:** [@swicher](https://community.electricforum.com/u/swicher)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2015, 10:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-dc-converter-issues/5118 "2015-08-19T10:35:43Z")
I was driving my 2001 2 seater and it completely lost power and there was an electronic burning smell for a few seconds. No power to the dash, lights, nothing and it will not drive. I called Ride 4 Fun and he walked me… --- ## [GE T4 - RS-232 Programming Cable](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ge-t4-rs-232-programming-cable/5172)
**Author:** [@kitcar68](https://community.electricforum.com/u/kitcar68)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2015, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ge-t4-rs-232-programming-cable/5172 "2015-08-18T14:43:08Z")
I wanted to make some adjustments to my T4 controller. Does anyone have the Pin-out for the programming cable. I cant seem to locate a diagram or photos of the actual pin-out. Thanks, Joe --- ## [Factory Option Only?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/factory-option-only/4882)
**Author:** [@badfitter](https://community.electricforum.com/u/badfitter)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2015, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/factory-option-only/4882 "2015-08-17T13:08:10Z")
Newbie here. Did a search and only found one entry from a while back with no reply. I'm in the market for a used GEM 2-seater an really need hard doors. I currently travel to dog shows in a RV with a Club Car on a trai… --- ## [Chatter when coasting](https://community.electricforum.com/t/chatter-when-coasting/5200)
**Author:** [@AZGem](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AZGem)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2015, 11:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/chatter-when-coasting/5200 "2015-08-16T11:35:28Z")
I have a 1999 G2 Gem Car, near as I can tell stock motor. I replaced Batteries, battery charger, GE motor controller about 2 years ago when I restored the vehicle. It lightly used for a golf cart and short runs on the st… --- ## [Free 7.5 HP damaged motor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/free-7-5-hp-damaged-motor/5167)
**Author:** [@Jag73e](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jag73e)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2015, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/free-7-5-hp-damaged-motor/5167 "2015-08-15T18:54:56Z")
I have a 7.5 HP ride4fun motor with a damaged armature caused by frozen brushes. The case and field windings are OK. The armature is repairable, (according to a reputable shop), but not by me so I bought a new motor. … --- ## [Wheels](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheels/5181)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2015, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheels/5181 "2015-08-15T15:02:26Z")
My 99 with 12" wheels and stock tires. $271 on Ebay These are 3x3 offset and fit without spacers and no modifications are required to anything. \[image\] \[image\] --- ## [Second motor?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/second-motor/5193)
**Author:** [@inspectorudy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/inspectorudy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2015, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/second-motor/5193 "2015-08-14T23:44:49Z")
I live in a really hilly area and many times when I try to go up a steep hill the front tires just spin and Ian't make it up. I have tried going in reverse but it doesn't seem to be much better. I have the OEM motor in m… --- ## [Changing gear ratios](https://community.electricforum.com/t/changing-gear-ratios/2911)
**Author:** [@chuckkent](https://community.electricforum.com/u/chuckkent)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2015, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/changing-gear-ratios/2911 "2015-08-13T19:07:11Z")
I have been asking Marlon questions about changing gear ratios for my GEM. I have a 5 hp 2002 825 with 12" tires and a 10.35 transaxle. I am toying with the idea of going to a 6.0 ratio to improve my top speed and batt… --- ## [Softer Ride w/ Motorcycle Shocks?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/softer-ride-w-motorcycle-shocks/5095)
**Author:** [@DonnieInNC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DonnieInNC)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2015, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/softer-ride-w-motorcycle-shocks/5095 "2015-08-13T18:45:29Z")
The ride on my e2 is way too harsh. I’m not sure if I have the stock shocks or not. I think they have been replace as the top of the front wheels are leaning outward \\ / as if the shocks are to long. This is going t… --- ## [Easy Steering](https://community.electricforum.com/t/easy-steering/5192)
**Author:** [@inspectorudy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/inspectorudy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2015, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/easy-steering/5192 "2015-08-13T16:09:47Z")
I ordered the easy steering kit from one of our senior members who builds them himself. It is not too hard to install it and there are only a couple of mods needed to your old GEM. But after its done my wife can now turn… --- ## [Left turn signal issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/left-turn-signal-issue/5190)
**Author:** [@Dsloan1310](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dsloan1310)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 7:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/left-turn-signal-issue/5190 "2015-08-10T19:02:32Z")
07 GEM E4. Right signal works fine, left signal blinks on dash but not lights (front or rear) it will partially work on left side on occasion but acts odd.. Random blinks. Changed bulb in rear, brake lights and running… --- ## [Maintenance Tip](https://community.electricforum.com/t/maintenance-tip/5187)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/maintenance-tip/5187 "2015-08-10T15:29:02Z")
If you have a performance motor that is ventilated, R4F, Predator etc. Take the back off and clean the brush holders and free up the brushes every 2 or 3 years. This will prevent expensive commutator damage/failure fr… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=112) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=114)