# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=121 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 122 --- ## [Quick & Easy Wiper Motor Test](https://community.electricforum.com/t/quick-easy-wiper-motor-test/4387)
**Author:** [@Nebraska](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Nebraska)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2014, 8:33am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/quick-easy-wiper-motor-test/4387 "2014-08-27T08:33:59Z")
Hello all. Im needing a little information. Is there a quick and easy way to test a wiper motor? The motor "used" to work. I had the electrical board update done and after painting reinstall the motor. When I hit the b… --- ## [Battery Charge Display](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-charge-display/4397)
**Author:** [@MarcusBP](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MarcusBP)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2014, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-charge-display/4397 "2014-08-25T21:05:00Z")
Hi, I am new to this forum, and apologize if this has been asked before. I have a 2009 GEM e4 that I purchased new, but has not been used in over two years. However, my 12 year old daughter now wants me to show her how… --- ## [2012 e2 charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-e2-charger/4401)
**Author:** [@garywms](https://community.electricforum.com/u/garywms)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2014, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-e2-charger/4401 "2014-08-25T21:04:18Z")
I will soon be replacing my flooded cell batteries with gel batteries. I live in the desert and maintenance and battery life in the heat is not fun. Two questions: What model of the Zivan charging system is in the 2012… --- ## [Battery meter not registering](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-meter-not-registering/4182)
**Author:** [@grog01](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grog01)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2014, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-meter-not-registering/4182 "2014-08-25T21:02:05Z")
Yesterday I ran my batteries down into the red for the first time and limped home at a slow pace. I charged up the vehicle overnight and now the battery meter is only registering one bar. I took it for a ride and it ap… --- ## [New Batteries, Won't Hold a Charge](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-batteries-wont-hold-a-charge/4395)
**Author:** [@Midway99](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Midway99)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2014, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-batteries-wont-hold-a-charge/4395 "2014-08-22T23:14:35Z")
I have a 2001 GEM 2 seater with 9 month old deep cycle batteries. I can't even get through 18 holes of golf now. The cart drains fast and once it hits 60%, it goes real fast. What happens around 40% is the cart shut… --- ## [GEM vs Golf Cart](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-vs-golf-cart/4391)
**Author:** [@dulchinos](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dulchinos)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2014, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-vs-golf-cart/4391 "2014-08-21T18:09:01Z")
what's price of a GEM? is an electric golf cart just as useful for neighborhood use? --- ## [Gem car not holding charge](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-not-holding-charge/4384)
**Author:** [@Jim2448](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jim2448)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2014, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-not-holding-charge/4384 "2014-08-18T17:15:00Z")
I have a 2007 e4 that will not hold charge. The batteries are 2012 gel. I charge the car and after about 1 mile it goes down to one red bar and the turtle. I charged it and tested each battery with a volt tester. All reg… --- ## [2000 GEM Car Electrical issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-gem-car-electrical-issue/4374)
**Author:** [@Butch](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Butch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2014, 7:22am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-gem-car-electrical-issue/4374 "2014-08-15T07:22:59Z")
I have a 2000 Gem Car that I cannot turn off, except with the main / master switch. The ignition switch is functioning properly, but the car remains on in both the on and off positions. Code 51 has appeared 3 or 4 time b… --- ## [Differental is leaking](https://community.electricforum.com/t/differental-is-leaking/4281)
**Author:** [@Ksgem](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Ksgem)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2014, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/differental-is-leaking/4281 "2014-08-08T20:19:21Z")
We need help! We bought a 2007 e2 and the differential is leaking. We drained it filled with 30w motor oil. And it is still "making" a mess all over itself. Any help would be great. --- ## [Toe in/Toe out](https://community.electricforum.com/t/toe-in-toe-out/4375)
**Author:** [@tincup](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tincup)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2014, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/toe-in-toe-out/4375 "2014-08-08T19:59:37Z")
I've got a problem with the passenger front end tire. If I straighten the drivers tire, the passenger tire is pointing out or to the right if you're sitting at the wheel, about 1" and the new tire is wearing abnormally… --- ## ['05 e4 with problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-e4-with-problem/4373)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2014, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-e4-with-problem/4373 "2014-08-07T15:25:55Z")
I have a friend in Ohio with this as his problem... his son drives the GEM and is in school... Just got Gem from the shop a couple of days ago. Asked them to check the brakes and electrical. The told me I had a bad c… --- ## [61.5 volts on frame?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/61-5-volts-on-frame/4365)
**Author:** [@thetoddjohnson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/thetoddjohnson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2014, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/61-5-volts-on-frame/4365 "2014-08-01T15:58:37Z")
Hi. My 2012 e4 is my first GEM. I just noticed that if I put one probe of a DVM on the positive post of the battery bank and the other probe on the frame I get 61.5 volts. Wazzup wit dat? Is that normal? If not, wha… --- ## [GEM e4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-e4/4349)
**Author:** [@tomjkunkel](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tomjkunkel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2014, 12:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-e4/4349 "2014-08-01T12:26:14Z")
Looking for a used GEM 4-seater asap. Any available? --- ## [Front Disk Brake Conversion - Early GEM E825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/front-disk-brake-conversion-early-gem-e825/4353)
**Author:** [@dgtrahan](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dgtrahan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2014, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/front-disk-brake-conversion-early-gem-e825/4353 "2014-07-31T17:09:54Z")
Hello Everyone, I'm new to the boards and relatively new to GEM cars. I just purchased a nice used1999 E825 garage queen. It's in really good shape for an older care. Went to upgrading some things right away. Repl… --- ## [Neg camber cheap fix](https://community.electricforum.com/t/neg-camber-cheap-fix/4343)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2014, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/neg-camber-cheap-fix/4343 "2014-07-30T14:17:27Z")
The older machines sometimes develop negative camber. This has a few causes. Toe out. This happens with age and is not noticed by the owner. Not considered by a lot of people. 2 Displaced rubber in strut bushings. … --- ## [Interchangeable parts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/interchangeable-parts/4362)
**Author:** [@jrejr2345](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jrejr2345)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2014, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/interchangeable-parts/4362 "2014-07-30T14:15:28Z")
I have a 2002 and have the opportunity to buy some parts off of a 2012.. both are 2 door models.. the parts in question are the hard factory doors, and the heater in the new one. Will they fit the older one? Any other … --- ## [Looking to buy a hood - yellow](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-to-buy-a-hood-yellow/4352)
**Author:** [@kenfowles](https://community.electricforum.com/u/kenfowles)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2014, 7:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-to-buy-a-hood-yellow/4352 "2014-07-30T07:15:21Z")
I know it's not likely, but before I shell out bucks to Polaris - I'm looking for a used/parts hood in very good condition in yellow. Repaint is expensive, so I need yellow - or will buy new. This is for a 2011 E2, … --- ## [Solution for carrying kayaks](https://community.electricforum.com/t/solution-for-carrying-kayaks/4299)
**Author:** [@parobellum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/parobellum)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2014, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/solution-for-carrying-kayaks/4299 "2014-07-29T22:16:59Z")
I want to use my e4 to take our kayaks down to the water (not far, but we have several). I have debated a malone micro trailer but then I need to figure out a hitch. Also, my e4 has the tilting bed in back. I am wond… --- ## [2008 eL Yellow Turtle after FULL CHARGE 6 miles](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2008-el-yellow-turtle-after-full-charge-6-miles/3764)
**Author:** [@Grumpy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Grumpy)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2014, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2008-el-yellow-turtle-after-full-charge-6-miles/3764 "2014-07-28T15:08:41Z")
I've got a '08 eL that started doing this a few weeks ago. The vehicle had mixed gel and wet batteries in when I got it a year ago and never had this problem. I go 3 miles at full speed 26mph and then after a FULL CHARG… --- ## [How to charge batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-to-charge-batteries/4318)
**Author:** [@beachbum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/beachbum)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2014, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-to-charge-batteries/4318 "2014-07-25T21:11:25Z")
I purchased a 2002 e4 car the batteries have been changed out to lead acid marine batteries. As far as I can tell the charger is original. Do I need to leave the charge pulled up with the car is not in use? --- ## [Trailer?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trailer/4332)
**Author:** [@Borg1of2](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Borg1of2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2014, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trailer/4332 "2014-07-23T19:38:38Z")
Hi, We are purchasing an e4 and as it measures 11 feet bumper to number, I was thinking i would need a 6x12 trailer, but am curious on what others that have trailers use. Scott --- ## [Gem Dash](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-dash/4348)
**Author:** [@4826](https://community.electricforum.com/u/4826)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2014, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-dash/4348 "2014-07-23T14:23:19Z")
I have a Gem E 825. How do I remove the dash to get at the charger? --- ## [Got photos of your GEM car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/got-photos-of-your-gem-car/4346)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2014, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/got-photos-of-your-gem-car/4346 "2014-07-22T13:37:28Z")
A call for GEM photos. Share your GEM shots to GEM.Social@polaris.com or use ‪#‎GEMSpotting‬ in your posts and we might feature it on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/GEMbyPolaris Bob --- ## [2001 Accessories NOT working](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-accessories-not-working/4304)
**Author:** [@SteveD](https://community.electricforum.com/u/SteveD)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2014, 1:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-accessories-not-working/4304 "2014-07-17T13:15:13Z")
My lights, brakes, turn signals,wipers all stopped working. When you try turning on lights, turn signals, press on brakes, etc.. the two red round lights on steering column light up..I called GEM twice, and they have no… --- ## [Park brake/turtle lights on](https://community.electricforum.com/t/park-brake-turtle-lights-on/4289)
**Author:** [@tomarys](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tomarys)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2014, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/park-brake-turtle-lights-on/4289 "2014-07-13T16:59:00Z")
My parking brake light is on at all times and no amount of handle-jiggling or on-off levering changes it. And the other day the turtle light came on and the vehicle lost almost all power. Can these be related? Any sugges… --- ## [Error code -06](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-06/4309)
**Author:** [@Rick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rick)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2014, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-06/4309 "2014-07-13T14:04:16Z")
My 2002 GEM received an -06 error code and will not move. It is fully charged and was driving fine. Does it have anything to do with accelerator? --- ## [Ride-4-Fun 7.5 Motor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-4-fun-7-5-motor/4100)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2014, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-4-fun-7-5-motor/4100 "2014-07-13T13:05:23Z")
My new motor arrived yesterday. \[image\] \[image\] \[image\] --- ## [Dealer Plug](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dealer-plug/4317)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dealer-plug/4317 "2014-07-08T14:32:40Z")
A month and a half ago I bought a nice 1999 4 seater. 2 weeks later the Controller died. (code49) Paper work that came with the cart indicated the controller had been worked on by FSIP. I checked and they warrent their … --- ## [Cargo box](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cargo-box/4306)
**Author:** [@lowell](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lowell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2014, 9:31am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cargo-box/4306 "2014-07-05T09:31:29Z")
I want to buy a cargo box for my 2002 e4 --- ## [Need some information](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-some-information/4297)
**Author:** [@beachbum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/beachbum)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2014, 8:16am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-some-information/4297 "2014-07-02T08:16:41Z")
I'm wondering if someone can help with a couple of things. I looking at several older GEM cars. If a car doesn't have batteries can it be tested for problems. How many mile will a typical GEM car be good for? How hard is… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=120) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=122)