# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=116 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 117 --- ## [Range problem - fairly new batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/range-problem-fairly-new-batteries/4938)
**Author:** [@drogers](https://community.electricforum.com/u/drogers)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2015, 10:53am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/range-problem-fairly-new-batteries/4938 "2015-05-08T10:53:16Z")
I just picked up a lifted e825 last month, with fairly new trojan 30 XHS batteries (aug 2014 per date codes), and I can only eke out about 7-8 miles on it before things die. When fully charged using the built-in charge… --- ## [Neutered 2008 GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/neutered-2008-gem/4764)
**Author:** [@Rascal](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rascal)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2015, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/neutered-2008-gem/4764 "2015-05-07T15:39:53Z")
Help, I bought a new (to me) 2008 aGem e2 a couple weeks ago. Its a cherry 2008 special edition 2 seat with all the bells & whistles and a factory issue 7.0 motor. The gentleman that I bought it from was the second own… --- ## [Differential Leak Recall](https://community.electricforum.com/t/differential-leak-recall/4939)
**Author:** [@GEM\_Guy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEM_Guy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2015, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/differential-leak-recall/4939 "2015-05-05T15:07:15Z")
My 2007 eL has an oil leak from the differential. is anyone familiar with a recall repair for for a differential vent oil leak? Thanks --- ## [What Bulbs are the Taillights](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-bulbs-are-the-taillights/4937)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2015, 11:57am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-bulbs-are-the-taillights/4937 "2015-05-05T11:57:40Z")
Hey I was looking for a LED replacement bulb for the tail lights on my 2002 e4 anyone know what bulb they are? --- ## [Motor Overheated Need advice](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-overheated-need-advice/4930)
**Author:** [@ApacheshoresGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ApacheshoresGEM)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2015, 8:11am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-overheated-need-advice/4930 "2015-05-05T08:11:48Z")
Today while running around my motor overheated. I was 1/4 of the way up a mild hill for our area and had over 2/3 of my battery life left. The GEM just stopped all forward motion. Luckily I was able to roll back into a d… --- ## [Total Newb](https://community.electricforum.com/t/total-newb/4749)
**Author:** [@USCDude](https://community.electricforum.com/u/USCDude)\ **Replies:** 155\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2015, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/total-newb/4749 "2015-05-04T13:16:49Z")
My parents have a place at the beach and I want them to buy one of these vehicles. I don't know anything about so I joined the forum. I want to get one as cheap as possible. This will only be used at the beach where t… --- ## [2015 GEM headlights](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-headlights/4931)
**Author:** [@Electric](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Electric)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2015, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-headlights/4931 "2015-05-03T18:13:21Z")
For anyone looking to upgrade a newer model they take H6 bulbs. I installed LED bulbs and they are significantly brighter. \[image\] --- ## [Rear Spat Relacement](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-spat-relacement/4928)
**Author:** [@ApacheshoresGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ApacheshoresGEM)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2015, 10:00am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-spat-relacement/4928 "2015-05-01T10:00:30Z")
When I went from stock to 17" wheel the rear spat would no longer fit either the wheel height or the overall tire width. I removed the rear spat but that left the batteries exposed and no place for lights. I will make a … --- ## [Newb w/ motor question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newb-w-motor-question/4921)
**Author:** [@sapidusandsuds](https://community.electricforum.com/u/sapidusandsuds)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2015, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newb-w-motor-question/4921 "2015-04-26T15:29:59Z")
Greetings and thanks mods for letting me jump in here. I'm new to the GEM world but have been tinkering with 2-stroke dirt bikes for years so tools don't frighten me. I just acquired a 2002 GEM e825 (four-seater). It… --- ## [Buzzer](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buzzer/4914)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2015, 7:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buzzer/4914 "2015-04-24T07:47:20Z")
My parking brake buzzer doesn't sound. It works in reverse. Ideas/reason? --- ## [Help.. Gem BDI problem?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-gem-bdi-problem/4917)
**Author:** [@sdjr1904](https://community.electricforum.com/u/sdjr1904)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-gem-bdi-problem/4917 "2015-04-23T12:56:34Z")
Hello, I am a newbie here, looking for some help from a few Guru's. I have an early Gem (1996 and 48V) Anyhow, I changed batteries, due to them being in need of. I get the new ones installed and when i flip the the key… --- ## [Electrical Schematic](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electrical-schematic/4915)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2015, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electrical-schematic/4915 "2015-04-22T13:23:57Z")
Has anyone got a schematic for 99/04 that includes the warrenty replaced DC/DC converter. All the schematics I can find are for original configuration. They are missing from the repair manual also (page 30) --- ## [Headlight Bulb](https://community.electricforum.com/t/headlight-bulb/4906)
**Author:** [@ajd1800](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ajd1800)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2015, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/headlight-bulb/4906 "2015-04-17T18:48:13Z")
I just had a headlight lamp go out on me... I have a 2001 E825S, Can anyone tell me the part number / type of lamp and would a Autoparts store have them ? I will pull and bring with me, but if anyone knows more that wou… --- ## [Full Voltage, Wont run](https://community.electricforum.com/t/full-voltage-wont-run/4888)
**Author:** [@patfrank](https://community.electricforum.com/u/patfrank)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2015, 3:31am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/full-voltage-wont-run/4888 "2015-04-17T03:31:01Z")
Hi folks, I am working on a 2013 Gem e2. I have charged the batteries individually, I now have 78 volts from the batteries, but when I turn on the key it says only 59 and wont run, I have connected the onboard charger an… --- ## [2015 e4s questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-e4s-questions/4898)
**Author:** [@Electric](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Electric)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2015, 12:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-e4s-questions/4898 "2015-04-16T12:32:40Z")
Do I need to edit the programming to over ride the governor? What are the bulb types for the headlamps? I haven't found any info on the new models, are they same as older? I'm a total newb to the GEM but not to modd… --- ## [Update on Marlon](https://community.electricforum.com/t/update-on-marlon/4079)
**Author:** [@andiesmommy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/andiesmommy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2015, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/update-on-marlon/4079 "2015-04-13T15:18:23Z")
Marlon is at home and recuperating. He is having problems with using his hands. He asks that anyone that needs him text him. The first word in your text message needs to "Marlon" so he knows it isn't spam texting. G… --- ## [GE Programmig](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ge-programmig/4895)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2015, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ge-programmig/4895 "2015-04-09T15:41:53Z")
I put a couple of posts on programming in the TECH section. --- ## [Stereo Install diode](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stereo-install-diode/4880)
**Author:** [@juniorp187](https://community.electricforum.com/u/juniorp187)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2015, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stereo-install-diode/4880 "2015-04-05T21:54:18Z")
Hello folks, What diode do you use for the stereo install for the memory/battery wire? Diagram shows 5A, but can you use a 1A instead? Thanks, --- ## [08 e2 constant beep](https://community.electricforum.com/t/08-e2-constant-beep/4823)
**Author:** [@GR3](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GR3)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2015, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/08-e2-constant-beep/4823 "2015-04-05T18:58:36Z")
I purchased this used so don't know much about the gem. I charged all batteries and they are all over 12v now. It shows a total of 78v. When flip the main on in fuse box it just make a constant beep and the control panel… --- ## [GEM windshield wipers won't work](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-windshield-wipers-wont-work/1510)
**Author:** [@Revi](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Revi)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2015, 5:11am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-windshield-wipers-wont-work/1510 "2015-04-01T05:11:16Z")
Our GEM had the windshield wipers working until yesterday, when they refused to work in a pouring rain. I put a new fuse in, but it wasn't that. Could it be the switch? The wiper motor? --- ## [2002 gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem/4691)
**Author:** [@needy1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/needy1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2015, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem/4691 "2015-03-30T23:03:53Z")
I have an 2002 4 seater I upgraded my motor last year (7.5 hp) and had the controller reprogramed. i'm totally happy I the upgrade, however, when I drive more than 15-20 min. it shuts down giving a -41 code. I know its … --- ## [Newbie Battery Question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-battery-question/4854)
**Author:** [@LeahMW](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LeahMW)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2015, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-battery-question/4854 "2015-03-29T20:52:12Z")
Newbie 2008 GEM e2 owner (inherited it from my Papa who recently passed) It sat for the last 3-4 months (winter) and being the EV virgin I am, I didn't know I was supposed to keep it charged. Therefore, the car is dead… --- ## [Wanted Passenger hard door for E2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wanted-passenger-hard-door-for-e2/4852)
**Author:** [@GR3](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GR3)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2015, 12:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wanted-passenger-hard-door-for-e2/4852 "2015-03-29T00:01:38Z")
I need hard door for passenger E2. I actually just need the inside plastic shell. --- ## [Speedometer quit](https://community.electricforum.com/t/speedometer-quit/4870)
**Author:** [@lwmcguir](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lwmcguir)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2015, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/speedometer-quit/4870 "2015-03-28T18:59:23Z")
Have a 2002 E4 that works great, however the speedometer worked and then started to work intermittently Now is has quit, wondered what the fix is? Thanks --- ## [Tilt wheel](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tilt-wheel/4866)
**Author:** [@pro1show](https://community.electricforum.com/u/pro1show)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2015, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tilt-wheel/4866 "2015-03-27T19:43:22Z")
looking for tilt wheel for my gem car or were i can buy one --- ## [Need New Batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-new-batteries/4861)
**Author:** [@vagabundo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/vagabundo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2015, 11:48am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-new-batteries/4861 "2015-03-27T11:48:13Z")
Do not want to buy new batteries from GEM....too expensive. Should I purchase gel, AGM or flooded? I know they need to be deep cycle but what is "golf car rated?" What about marine batteries? Too many choices. What is th… --- ## [Regenerative Brake switch 2008](https://community.electricforum.com/t/regenerative-brake-switch-2008/4834)
**Author:** [@GR3](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GR3)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2015, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/regenerative-brake-switch-2008/4834 "2015-03-22T23:09:03Z")
Is there Regenerative Brake switch on a 2008 e2? --- ## [Cleaning the inside of your Motor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cleaning-the-inside-of-your-motor/4847)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cleaning-the-inside-of-your-motor/4847 "2015-03-17T16:09:27Z")
The 2008 we picked up has developed a leaky Imput shaft (I suspect). We took it for a ride and when we Stoped I could see smoke Comming up threw the hood. I opend up the hood to notice some what looks like fresh oil at … --- ## [It's almost time to get the GEM out!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/its-almost-time-to-get-the-gem-out/3214)
**Author:** [@Revi](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Revi)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2015, 6:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/its-almost-time-to-get-the-gem-out/3214 "2015-03-17T06:50:00Z")
Here in Maine we park the Gem in a garage for the winter. We installed a plug and put her to sleep. It's supposed to wake up every 14 days and charge the batteries. I hope it did! Anyway when April rolls around it… --- ## [Gel or Flood charging voltage](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gel-or-flood-charging-voltage/4849)
**Author:** [@GR3](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GR3)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2015, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gel-or-flood-charging-voltage/4849 "2015-03-16T14:26:58Z")
Could someone tell me what the charging voltage is on Gel and Flood and what voltage they would float in a Gem. Thanks Ed [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=115) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=117)