# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=115 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 116 --- ## [2012 GEM battery question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-gem-battery-question/4974)
**Author:** [@my2001GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/my2001GEM)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2015, 12:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-gem-battery-question/4974 "2015-06-16T00:35:28Z")
I am a 10 year GEM owner, just selling my 2001 e4. I bought an untitled 2012 e4S GEM from a dealer. It is a new car (still under factory warranty) with only 120 miles on it that was sitting at the dealership all this tim… --- ## [Marlon](https://community.electricforum.com/t/marlon/5067)
**Author:** [@nosgsxr](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nosgsxr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2015, 7:37am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/marlon/5067 "2015-06-15T07:37:54Z")
does anyone know if Marlon is back where we can get stuff from him?? gonna get some different gears... --- ## [Pulling 12v from your system](https://community.electricforum.com/t/pulling-12v-from-your-system/5057)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2015, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/pulling-12v-from-your-system/5057 "2015-06-14T17:19:55Z")
Hey I'm hooking up my stereo and light bar now and I was wondering what would be the best way to pull 12 volts from the system. I have the Upgraded sure power Dc to Dc converter. Do you know what wires are keyed 12 vo… --- ## [Motor rebuild](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-rebuild/5047)
**Author:** [@Jag73e](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jag73e)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-rebuild/5047 "2015-06-12T17:32:54Z")
My T2 controller tested OK by ride4fun so suggested pull motor looking for damage. The commutator is in need of resurfacing (hopefully that's all it needs), the brushes need replacing or re-bedding. The brushes were fr… --- ## [Custom rims and tires for 2013 E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/custom-rims-and-tires-for-2013-e4/5041)
**Author:** [@Jwinn](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jwinn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2015, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/custom-rims-and-tires-for-2013-e4/5041 "2015-06-10T18:10:26Z")
I am having a hard time finding custom wheels and tires that will fit a 2013 GEM e4. Ideally I would like to find the largest wheel tire combo that DOESN'T require modifications to the rear spat. Any advice on where to… --- ## [Lithium Battery Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lithium-battery-conversion/4833)
**Author:** [@Laslonimne](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Laslonimne)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2015, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lithium-battery-conversion/4833 "2015-06-10T17:54:36Z")
I have a 2009 GEM eS with AGM batteries. One of the things I’ve enjoyed about the eS is its total hands-off reliability. I can park it for a month, hop in, turn the key and drive away. It’s been trouble free for over … --- ## [Battery Arc](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-arc/5037)
**Author:** [@William\_W](https://community.electricforum.com/u/William_W)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2015, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-arc/5037 "2015-06-09T17:50:21Z")
Please don't ask why, but I removed the front battery from my 2002 e2 today. When reinstalling I created a small arc with the positive cable to the frame. Now I am getting a -15 code and the cart wont move. I have checke… --- ## [05 gem es not charging](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-gem-es-not-charging/5039)
**Author:** [@gve](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gve)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2015, 8:40am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-gem-es-not-charging/5039 "2015-06-09T08:40:49Z")
I have a 2005 gem es and im having a problem charging. The charging icon is filling. But it can go for days with the battery not charging and staying at 1 red bar. I have no error codes that I can recognize but when I… --- ## [Gem car no powe](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-no-powe/4991)
**Author:** [@Crichdsn](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Crichdsn)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2015, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-no-powe/4991 "2015-06-08T19:41:47Z")
I was given to me a gem car e825 and it doesn't work.the batteries are charged but have no power when I turn the key on.also when I plug power to the charging port the charging light on the steering wheel flashes red and… --- ## [2002 e4 question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e4-question/5036)
**Author:** [@Slackerme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Slackerme)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e4-question/5036 "2015-06-07T18:30:54Z")
Have car on jack stands and I put motor and all suspension back together today. I wanted to test everything and make sure it runs on the stands before I proceed. My question is When I hit the gas pedal only the front … --- ## [Charger wire queation](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-wire-queation/5035)
**Author:** [@Slackerme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Slackerme)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-wire-queation/5035 "2015-06-07T15:07:22Z")
Alright. Project gem is almost complete. I'm in the process of putting it back together. My old zivan charger is shot so I replaced it with a new delta Q. My question is I was under the understanding that the green… --- ## [2003 GEM E2 Pulsates & Choppy](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2003-gem-e2-pulsates-choppy/5014)
**Author:** [@DonnieInNC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DonnieInNC)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 5:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2003-gem-e2-pulsates-choppy/5014 "2015-06-07T05:47:03Z")
Hello Everyone! I have a new issue with my 2003 GEM E2. I purchased it about 6 weeks ago. It had been setting up for about 18 months. Needless to say the batteries were dead. Less than 3 volts. I tried to bring them … --- ## [Questions about high usage?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/questions-about-high-usage/4740)
**Author:** [@dgpitcher](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dgpitcher)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2015, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/questions-about-high-usage/4740 "2015-06-02T17:19:56Z")
I'm starting a small LSV rental operation and will have 4-5 Gem E2 and E4 running a lot. My question is what suggestions do y'all have on extending battery life and life on a single charge? I'm trying to familiarize my… --- ## [Help, Please](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-please/5021)
**Author:** [@Greggk423](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Greggk423)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2015, 6:29am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-please/5021 "2015-06-02T06:29:50Z")
Hi My name is Gregg and I live in Point Loma/San Diego and we recently bought a 02 E825 S4 and it is awesome!! My wife was trying to help , I guess, and she was going to check the gear box oil?, and accidently put about … --- ## [Looking for parts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-parts/4936)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2015, 9:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-parts/4936 "2015-06-01T09:39:52Z")
I have a friend who just bought a GEM car.. it was off CL and 'sold as in perfect shape for it's age' .. the age was misrepresented as well.. he needs a few things.. can you help.. know you may have an extra laying aroun… --- ## [Choppy acceleration, surging, etc](https://community.electricforum.com/t/choppy-acceleration-surging-etc/3728)
**Author:** [@lukeduke95](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lukeduke95)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2015, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/choppy-acceleration-surging-etc/3728 "2015-05-31T15:25:59Z")
Been driving my Gem for almost 6 mos now and noticed more and more often it is choppy when accelerating. Almost like the motor gets cut out of receiving power randomly, but over and over again. Oddly, some days it will… --- ## [Wheel lug question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheel-lug-question/5013)
**Author:** [@Slackerme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Slackerme)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 11:43am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheel-lug-question/5013 "2015-05-30T11:43:22Z")
Hello just bought 4 used wheels hubs and brakes and everything for my 2002 project gem car. My brakes that where on the vehicle where rusted really bad and I needed to buy brake lines and cylinders so instead I found… --- ## [Questions for the '02 owners](https://community.electricforum.com/t/questions-for-the-02-owners/4943)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/questions-for-the-02-owners/4943 "2015-05-29T18:09:58Z")
does the '02 have a rubber hood latch to hold the hood in place? I looked at the manual and don't see a part number owners.. what batteries do you have in your '02 car and have you tried a couple of others before sayin… --- ## [Factory Installed DQ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/factory-installed-dq/5011)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/factory-installed-dq/5011 "2015-05-29T14:03:06Z")
DELTA'Q PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS FOR FACTORY INSTALLED D'Q CHARGERS SEE the thread in the battery/charging section --- ## [Burning Smell](https://community.electricforum.com/t/burning-smell/4995)
**Author:** [@jeffw](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jeffw)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/burning-smell/4995 "2015-05-28T12:41:16Z")
Hello everyone, I have a 2000 e825 GEM. I bought it new in 2000 and have had it stored for 3 years due to batteries needing replacement. I just bought and installed 6 new batteries. All Marine deep cycle. 5 of them are 2… --- ## [Shock Upgrade Video](https://community.electricforum.com/t/shock-upgrade-video/4677)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 6:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/shock-upgrade-video/4677 "2015-05-28T06:17:52Z")
Here is a Link to the Youtube Video I made of the install the Aftermarket Air Shocks https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LQvtThNdnA --- ## [GEM Vehicle Specifications for Lipo Manufacturer - Please Help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-vehicle-specifications-for-lipo-manufacturer-please-help/4979)
**Author:** [@AMPjoe](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AMPjoe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2015, 5:53am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-vehicle-specifications-for-lipo-manufacturer-please-help/4979 "2015-05-26T05:53:33Z")
Ideas for Lithium batteries ? There are so many options and so many opinions. --- ## [Ignition problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ignition-problem/4998)
**Author:** [@Slackerme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Slackerme)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2015, 4:59am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ignition-problem/4998 "2015-05-26T04:59:47Z")
Hello again want to thank everyone for their help so far. If you haven't read my previous post I bought a project jam and I'm getting pretty close to getting it running I had figured out why I had no power and it w… --- ## [2002 gem issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-issues/4989)
**Author:** [@Slackerme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Slackerme)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2015, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-issues/4989 "2015-05-24T13:34:46Z")
Hello new to the forum and just bought a used 2002 GEM e4for that hasn't ran in six years First like to say hello and I'm excited to be a part of this forum. Well let's start and say I picked up this gym for a sup… --- ## [Replacement/spare keys for e2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replacement-spare-keys-for-e2/4751)
**Author:** [@cspell](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cspell)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2015, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replacement-spare-keys-for-e2/4751 "2015-05-19T13:19:55Z")
Wanted to put this out there for anyone that needs replacement or spare keys for their e2. I just ordered from a company that my e2 dealer connected me with. The company is Midwest Security Products, I'm paying $15 + shi… --- ## [2004 el](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2004-el/4973)
**Author:** [@LTBIRD250](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LTBIRD250)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2015, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2004-el/4973 "2015-05-18T16:52:02Z")
I have a 2004 gem el with new batteries. It does not want to run. With parking brake off, car on jackstands, when depressing acc pedal, it will accellerate to 10mph then gradually decrease to 1 or stop. Does not matte… --- ## [Hard Plastic rear windows](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hard-plastic-rear-windows/4981)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2015, 7:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hard-plastic-rear-windows/4981 "2015-05-18T07:24:28Z")
I was wondering where people are getting the tinted plexiglass rear windows for a e4 ? --- ## [Batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/batteries/4967)
**Author:** [@badfitter](https://community.electricforum.com/u/badfitter)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2015, 9:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/batteries/4967 "2015-05-14T09:10:25Z")
I just got home our new to us 2014 GEM eS. I'm trying to learn and figure out what I have. So far I'm really pleased as the car has a bunch of options that were not advertised. Batteries: Please look at the picture and… --- ## [Value of "new" 2011 GEM?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/value-of-new-2011-gem/4954)
**Author:** [@my2001GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/my2001GEM)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2015, 9:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/value-of-new-2011-gem/4954 "2015-05-10T09:17:26Z")
I am looking for the opinion of a few of you who have more experience than me. I currently have a 2001 E825 with 6750 miles. I have owned the car since new. I have located a "new" 2011 e4. I am still researching the car,… --- ## [Ez Steer installation](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ez-steer-installation/4950)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2015, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ez-steer-installation/4950 "2015-05-09T20:08:40Z")
I have a few GEMs most of them are 2002's. I never thought the steering was heavy or hard until I got a 2008 GEM. The steering on that car is 1/2 the effort of my 2002. I decided to get a kit from Rodney they cost $35… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=114) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=116)