# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=119 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 120 --- ## [Dsocks](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dsocks/4573)
**Author:** [@socks](https://community.electricforum.com/u/socks)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2014, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dsocks/4573 "2014-10-28T17:45:53Z")
Last week on my way home my 2002 e4 gem just stopped. It will back up ,but when I try to go in forward the main contactor clicks and engages, but it will not move. Voltage is good. The normal rattle we get with them had … --- ## [Project Car almost finished](https://community.electricforum.com/t/project-car-almost-finished/4577)
**Author:** [@piper247](https://community.electricforum.com/u/piper247)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2014, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/project-car-almost-finished/4577 "2014-10-28T15:57:13Z")
I managed to repair my throttle assembly and get my car back in the running mode. Almost done with it and getting ready to sell it. here's a quick look at how it's coming along. New Trojan T1275 batteries. New OEM conver… --- ## [2005 GEM eL just purchased, not running](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-el-just-purchased-not-running/4576)
**Author:** [@NOLAGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/NOLAGEM)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2014, 8:25am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-el-just-purchased-not-running/4576 "2014-10-28T08:25:01Z")
Hello. Getting ready to bring my new 2005 eL back to life.Last owner bought it almost 3 years ago, used it once and let it sit un-charged since. Batteries were new but definitely need to be replaced. Currently on the 6… --- ## [Why are GEMs so popular?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/why-are-gems-so-popular/4575)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/why-are-gems-so-popular/4575 "2014-10-27T15:43:11Z")
Every comment about NEVs seems to be dominated by GEMs. While I have read up on GEMs and why they are so popular - why do YOU think GEMs are head and shoulders above any other NEV? Regards, Mark --- ## [Error code](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code/4548)
**Author:** [@piper247](https://community.electricforum.com/u/piper247)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2014, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code/4548 "2014-10-27T12:47:58Z")
This just started happening, sometimes when I get in my 05 eS and turn the key on I get an error code 11. If I sit and wait, it will go off. some times a few seconds and sometimes as long as a minuet. Anyone have any ide… --- ## [Gem Soft Doors](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-soft-doors/4525)
**Author:** [@RonS](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RonS)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2014, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-soft-doors/4525 "2014-10-23T18:09:24Z")
After having the Factory soft (zip open and close) doors, the zipper on the drivers side door gave out.:frowning: I was wanting to go to a door system that operated like a regular car door, (not standing on your head to … --- ## [14 inch Ride 4 Fun](https://community.electricforum.com/t/14-inch-ride-4-fun/4549)
**Author:** [@RonS](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RonS)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2014, 10:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/14-inch-ride-4-fun/4549 "2014-10-23T10:50:38Z")
tires,and wheels. I just ordered a set of 14 inch six spoke wheels and tires from Ride 4 Fun. Now I need some advice on how to either raise the back spat,or radius the rear fender edges? I've tried to raise the spat with… --- ## [2007 e4 Battery Problems](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-e4-battery-problems/4564)
**Author:** [@BburgGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BburgGEM)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2014, 10:40am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-e4-battery-problems/4564 "2014-10-23T10:40:21Z")
My 2007 e4 sat for the last 6 months and the Trojan T1275 batteries dried up. The car has no sign of life at the moment but it ran pretty well in the spring when last used. 1) Are they salvageable? If so, what is the b… --- ## [I'm taking a battery poll!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/im-taking-a-battery-poll/4031)
**Author:** [@dspikes](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dspikes)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2014, 6:45am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/im-taking-a-battery-poll/4031 "2014-10-22T06:45:11Z")
Well, it seems that new batteries for my 2002 GEM 2 are in my future! I know I've asked a few battery questions before within threads, but thought I'd be very specific this time. Which battery would you choose, or have… --- ## [Poll](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4561)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2014, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4561 "2014-10-21T18:14:18Z")
Please go to the E2 forum and participate in the poll. --- ## [Poll](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4560)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2014, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4560 "2014-10-21T18:12:34Z")
Please go to the E2 forum and participate in the poll. --- ## [Poll](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4559)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2014, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4559 "2014-10-21T18:11:31Z")
Please go to the E2 forum and participate in the poll. --- ## [Poll](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4558)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2014, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll/4558 "2014-10-21T18:10:34Z")
Please go to the E2 forum and participate in the poll. --- ## [05 battery placement](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-battery-placement/4556)
**Author:** [@piper247](https://community.electricforum.com/u/piper247)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2014, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-battery-placement/4556 "2014-10-21T16:07:11Z")
When I got my 05 eS it had old group 27 batteries in it that fit fine, but when I replaced them with the proper group 31 Trojan T1275 the two in the rear wouldn't fit down in the tray (frame) it was about 1/4" too narrow… --- ## [Picture of hood latch](https://community.electricforum.com/t/picture-of-hood-latch/4531)
**Author:** [@Jsrrags](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jsrrags)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2014, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/picture-of-hood-latch/4531 "2014-10-20T20:22:28Z")
I was wondering if anyone that owns a 2000 older Gem could post a close up picture of their hood latches? Mine is just attached with2 bolts, which I'm guessing is not correct. Thanks, Jeff --- ## [Knocking noise](https://community.electricforum.com/t/knocking-noise/4459)
**Author:** [@bellstarr](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bellstarr)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 12:33pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/knocking-noise/4459 "2014-10-18T12:33:20Z")
When I turn the wheel and excelerate 2001 gem 2 seater with truck bed --- ## [DC Converter Recall](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-converter-recall/4258)
**Author:** [@dspikes](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dspikes)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 2:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-converter-recall/4258 "2014-10-17T14:39:32Z")
I have a used 2002 Gem, and have been reading different posts concerning a DC converter recall. There is no local dealer here that I know of, so could someone point me in the right direction to get the recall process st… --- ## [Best modifications for all gems](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-modifications-for-all-gems/4481)
**Author:** [@greenmotors](https://community.electricforum.com/u/greenmotors)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 8:48am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-modifications-for-all-gems/4481 "2014-10-16T08:48:58Z")
Having restored 30 plus cars, here are my recommendations: Batteries need to be group 31 with 130AMP HOUR! Important to have correct amp hour. charger: I'm not a fan of Zivan or Delta-q. Ride for Fun Super Charger… --- ## [Last of the mods](https://community.electricforum.com/t/last-of-the-mods/3020)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2014, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/last-of-the-mods/3020 "2014-10-11T20:03:50Z")
I've run out of GEM stuff... I think my car is complete... the addition of the cargo box and large mirrors (which are no longer an inventory item with Polaris)... meet the NEW Sparky --- ## [Charger not charging although it acts normal](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-not-charging-although-it-acts-normal/4422)
**Author:** [@somfas](https://community.electricforum.com/u/somfas)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2014, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-not-charging-although-it-acts-normal/4422 "2014-10-10T15:37:25Z")
As the title says, when I plug it up, the charger starts humming and the dash light turns orange. It will eventually turn green and shut off after a typical lengthy period of time. The batteries are simply not charging u… --- ## [Soft doors](https://community.electricforum.com/t/soft-doors/4516)
**Author:** [@Jsrrags](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jsrrags)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2014, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/soft-doors/4516 "2014-10-09T23:04:20Z")
Does anyone have any soft doors for e4 for sale? Doesn't really matter the condition, just trying to get by this winter and purchase some new ones next fall. Thanks, Jeff --- ## [2001 Gem Car Beeps After plugging in](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-car-beeps-after-plugging-in/3654)
**Author:** [@moosehead](https://community.electricforum.com/u/moosehead)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2014, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-car-beeps-after-plugging-in/3654 "2014-10-09T13:58:40Z")
Please Help! New to Forum and first time I have posted. I hope I'm posting this thread right. Here is my question. I have a 2001 GEM car and drove it around the other day and went to plug it back in, it started a fast be… --- ## [Seats](https://community.electricforum.com/t/seats/4456)
**Author:** [@piper247](https://community.electricforum.com/u/piper247)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2014, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/seats/4456 "2014-10-08T20:57:02Z")
Every ad I see for seat covers or "uphostery replacement sets, not slip-over covers". mention years 1999-2004 only. What's the difference between those years and my 05 eS? :confused2: --- ## [Charging batteries individually](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-batteries-individually/4512)
**Author:** [@4826](https://community.electricforum.com/u/4826)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2014, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-batteries-individually/4512 "2014-10-08T18:31:48Z")
Do I need to disconnect each of the batteries when I charge them individually or is it ok to just turn off the power? --- ## [Wetsounds Stelth 10](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wetsounds-stelth-10/4499)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2014, 11:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wetsounds-stelth-10/4499 "2014-10-07T11:47:40Z")
I posted a video and a link to the Wetsounds Stealth 10 Sound bar and was told it was advertising? I have nothing to do with the product I just thought I would pass the info on to others that might want to check it out… --- ## [Input shaft diameter](https://community.electricforum.com/t/input-shaft-diameter/4491)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2014, 12:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/input-shaft-diameter/4491 "2014-10-05T12:37:37Z")
Can anyone help me out with the splined portion of the Input shaft on my 99. The bearing portion is 25 MM 20 MM sticks in my mind but I don't want to tear it down just to measure. --- ## [Heavy Steering](https://community.electricforum.com/t/heavy-steering/4480)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2014, 9:02am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/heavy-steering/4480 "2014-10-04T09:02:54Z")
My 4 seater had heavier steering than I liked. I installed a 2 to 1 reducer. Steers lot easier now.\[image\] \[image\] \[image\] \[image\] --- ## [Audio System](https://community.electricforum.com/t/audio-system/4486)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2014, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/audio-system/4486 "2014-10-03T18:28:22Z")
\[image\] $20 audio system from Big Lots, GEM messes up the radio when moving but I use it to play Beach Boys - LOUD. Hooked it up to the DC converter cause it ate battries when left on. Anchored with 3 dots of v… --- ## [New Gem owner. Questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-owner-questions/4429)
**Author:** [@AV8](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AV8)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2014, 3:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-owner-questions/4429 "2014-10-03T03:50:13Z")
I have 2001. E825. 6 Trojans. New to this forum. Questions. Can I replace the 3.5HP with 5HP gem motor from 2002 and later? What is the verdict on Tires and Rims? I have called several places including buggies… --- ## [7.5hp motor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/7-5hp-motor/4441)
**Author:** [@piper247](https://community.electricforum.com/u/piper247)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2014, 3:42am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/7-5hp-motor/4441 "2014-10-03T03:42:39Z")
I'm thinking of getting a 7.5 motor for my eS, looking for advice from anyone that's done this. Thanks, John [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=118) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=120)