# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=13 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 14 --- ## [1999 GEM 72 volt wiring diagram](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-gem-72-volt-wiring-diagram/2119)
**Author:** [@GEMmechanic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEMmechanic)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2024, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-gem-72-volt-wiring-diagram/2119 "2024-08-21T17:25:53Z")
Could someone post a wiring diagram for a 1999 GEM with the 72 volt Schott charger? I need this to help another member with their diagnosis. Daniel --- ## [Plastic body retainer](https://community.electricforum.com/t/plastic-body-retainer/28236)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2024, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/plastic-body-retainer/28236 "2024-08-21T12:15:16Z")
2005…e2. Need to replace the retainer screws and plug on the access panel under the trunk that is battery access. These look like Dorman 961050. Can anyone confirm this. Also Amazon has them for about 9 bucks but ne… --- ## [2016+ GEM Charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-charger/28218)
**Author:** [@Ahayes488](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Ahayes488)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2024, 11:02am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-charger/28218 "2024-08-21T11:02:59Z")
Hi All, Does anyone have advice on where to buy the black charging cord for the 2016+ GEM’s, without paying $450 with a dealer? Thanks! --- ## [Intermittent loss of power](https://community.electricforum.com/t/intermittent-loss-of-power/14503)
**Author:** [@anoriega211](https://community.electricforum.com/u/anoriega211)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2024, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/intermittent-loss-of-power/14503 "2024-08-18T17:41:47Z")
Could this be my accelerator pedal acting up here? The GEM just started doing this… we’ll be cruising along, 25-27mph (stock motor/electronics, fully charged), pedal to the metal if you will, and the GEM will suddenly sl… --- ## [T1 controller max voltage](https://community.electricforum.com/t/t1-controller-max-voltage/28215)
**Author:** [@Rs50pilot](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rs50pilot)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2024, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/t1-controller-max-voltage/28215 "2024-08-17T14:58:41Z")
I have a stock 02 i think Gem. It is all stock, 3hp motor with the 8:1 diff. I want to add a 7th battery like Jarjar did. I cant find any firm data on how many volts the T1 can handle. I see some people use 20s and some… --- ## [2023 gem menu reset](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2023-gem-menu-reset/28199)
**Author:** [@Leejohn](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Leejohn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2024, 6:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2023-gem-menu-reset/28199 "2024-08-13T06:19:34Z")
I have been reading some posts about gems as I have a responsibility to keep a few of these fabulous vehicles running around the clock as tran7sportation for Drs., Nurses, and clients at a VA Hospital. I had read a littl… --- ## [Utility box builds](https://community.electricforum.com/t/utility-box-builds/28193)
**Author:** [@Boostrd](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Boostrd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2024, 1:28am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/utility-box-builds/28193 "2024-08-13T01:28:04Z")
Hey everybody. I recently purchased a gem xdel with the utility box for my work. Our maintenance tech will be driving it. Any ideas on how to build out the utility box? Organization, tool mounting, shelving etc. anyone … --- ## [Charging cord missing one blade](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-cord-missing-one-blade/28168)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2024, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-cord-missing-one-blade/28168 "2024-08-12T20:10:21Z")
2005…e2. One of the blades on the charging cord broke off. Are these cords specific to GEM or has anyone found a replacement. --- ## [Build Up On Motor Coil](https://community.electricforum.com/t/build-up-on-motor-coil/28188)
**Author:** [@Mattk884](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Mattk884)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2024, 12:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/build-up-on-motor-coil/28188 "2024-08-10T12:23:10Z")
I removed the engine to replace the bumper, and found a very strange build up on the coil. It looks like cement and is incredibly hard to get off. I’ve left on for now, although I’m assuming I should remove it. Has anyon… --- ## [Dash compartment lid](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dash-compartment-lid/28114)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2024, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dash-compartment-lid/28114 "2024-08-05T19:56:55Z")
2005 E2…the lid on the top of dash compartment keeps popping open. Looks like the lid has a small rim that catches under a small “knob” on the bottom. Anybody have a fix for this, --- ## [2008 gem e4 won’t go at all](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2008-gem-e4-won-t-go-at-all/19610)
**Author:** [@Poolfool](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Poolfool)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2024, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2008-gem-e4-won-t-go-at-all/19610 "2024-08-05T18:54:25Z")
My e4 won’t go at all , middle last year had new batteries , blue motor, and controller reprogrammed. Could get 30 mph ,ran fine for 6 months or so now nothing, put new directional switch on and bypassed key switch same… --- ## [back seat, seat back removal](https://community.electricforum.com/t/back-seat-seat-back-removal/22523)
**Author:** [@MikeK](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MikeK)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2024, 8:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/back-seat-seat-back-removal/22523 "2024-08-05T08:03:02Z")
I remove seating portion, I only see 2 screws at bottom, how does the top portion come off? Heard there were screws INSIDE taillights that attach to seat back, looked, did not see any. Anyone know? Want to change seat … --- ## [Front mount battery in early Gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/front-mount-battery-in-early-gem/23842)
**Author:** [@Eingarrett](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Eingarrett)\ **Replies:** 144\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2022, 1:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/front-mount-battery-in-early-gem/23842 "2022-06-24T01:14:08Z")
Hello Sir, What is the best way to contact you for purchasing a battery pack for my 2000 GEM e825? I have the Schott charger. Please let me know if that charger will need to be replaced. Thank you, Dan --- ## [Goliath Battery Install 2017 Gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/goliath-battery-install-2017-gem/24572)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 12:05am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/goliath-battery-install-2017-gem/24572 "2024-02-05T00:05:59Z")
Well I’m starting the Process of installing one of Dave’s 20Kw “Goliath Packs” these (3) VW ID-4 battery’s make up a 24 Cell 99.6volt pack. --- ## [Is HP BS for electric motors?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-hp-bs-for-electric-motors/28145)
**Author:** [@sunol](https://community.electricforum.com/u/sunol)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2024, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-hp-bs-for-electric-motors/28145 "2024-07-31T21:49:26Z")
Just upgraded my 2001 3.5HP motor to the D&D/R4F 7.5HP. Happy with it. That said, I was looking at electric motor specs across various golf carts and it seems like the HP ratings are kinda BS? I mean, you can drive an e… --- ## [Reaching & removing the two batteries behind the seat. Remove fender?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/reaching-removing-the-two-batteries-behind-the-seat-remove-fender/28140)
**Author:** [@supertramp](https://community.electricforum.com/u/supertramp)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2024, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/reaching-removing-the-two-batteries-behind-the-seat-remove-fender/28140 "2024-07-30T23:18:53Z")
I’m trying to get the back two batteries out from behind the seat. I removed my stakeback and found and opened the hatch in the back. This is not for removing the batteries but for access. I can’t seem to lift them ov… --- ## [99-15 Gem car truck bed needed . New or used](https://community.electricforum.com/t/99-15-gem-car-truck-bed-needed-new-or-used/25371)
**Author:** [@RogerThat](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RogerThat)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2024, 10:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/99-15-gem-car-truck-bed-needed-new-or-used/25371 "2024-07-31T10:14:43Z")
I’m in need of a truck bed for my 2006 gem car. It can be a short or a long bed . New or used please let me know what you have. thanks --- ## [Before and after wheels and paint](https://community.electricforum.com/t/before-and-after-wheels-and-paint/28141)
**Author:** [@Sterling](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Sterling)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2024, 1:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/before-and-after-wheels-and-paint/28141 "2024-07-31T01:14:34Z")
Did a quickie krylon fusion paint on the 4 seater ($100 paint and sandpaper), and put on these Mazda mx-3 wheels and tires that I got on marketplace for $100 total. I’m going to paint the trunk to match. I ALREADY KNOW… --- ## [Connections at bottom of controller](https://community.electricforum.com/t/connections-at-bottom-of-controller/28133)
**Author:** [@sunol](https://community.electricforum.com/u/sunol)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2024, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/connections-at-bottom-of-controller/28133 "2024-07-29T14:38:43Z")
Pulled my controller to send to R4F after motor upgrade and I noticed the very bottom connections all appear to be negative grounding plugs. Just out of curiosity, does it really matter if the plugs are connected to the… --- ## [Glass roof on 2021 E6](https://community.electricforum.com/t/glass-roof-on-2021-e6/27063)
**Author:** [@yellalab](https://community.electricforum.com/u/yellalab)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2024, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/glass-roof-on-2021-e6/27063 "2024-07-25T16:33:31Z")
Has anyone had an issue with the glass roof on a newer E6? Mine just had a spontaneous crack appear in it towards the back. Wondering if there is a recall or a TSB concerning this. Since it is “glass” I am going to tr… --- ## [Zivan charger not powering on](https://community.electricforum.com/t/zivan-charger-not-powering-on/28104)
**Author:** [@Cformony](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Cformony)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2024, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/zivan-charger-not-powering-on/28104 "2024-07-22T17:35:16Z")
I have a 2001 gem 825/2. Was working fine. I plugged in the charger, went to dinner, came back and charger was off, no indicator light. I check to see ac cord was secure and nothing. I bypassed car an checked incomin… --- ## [Need some advise about a 2015 E-4 Batteries please](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-some-advise-about-a-2015-e-4-batteries-please/28094)
**Author:** [@Tusk](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Tusk)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2024, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-some-advise-about-a-2015-e-4-batteries-please/28094 "2024-07-21T20:56:16Z")
I am selling a 2015 E-4 and need to replace the batteries prior to selling. Don’t want to have to drop $2500 on 6 Gel’s, so whats the best Batt’s to put in to sell? Thank you --- ## [For sale e-4 2022](https://community.electricforum.com/t/for-sale-e-4-2022/27645)
**Author:** [@Musica123](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Musica123)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2024, 10:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/for-sale-e-4-2022/27645 "2024-07-20T10:01:24Z")
I’m selling my 2022 e4 GEM with 1,350 miles. It’s practically new. Best wheels and tires, front & rear bumpers, big trunk, and top speed of 40 MPH. Asking price $21k - Title on hand. Plse. Text me via our forum. Than… --- ## [2015 Gem E4 motor problem we think?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-e4-motor-problem-we-think/28089)
**Author:** [@Nclear79](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Nclear79)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2024, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-e4-motor-problem-we-think/28089 "2024-07-17T13:22:37Z")
Looking for some advice and help. My boss bought two used Gem at an auction. All the batteries were shot so we bought a Six pack of batteries for it. After we allowed it to charge we could hear a clicking sound coming f… --- ## [Looking to get a Gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-to-get-a-gem/27543)
**Author:** [@agutzmann](https://community.electricforum.com/u/agutzmann)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2024, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-to-get-a-gem/27543 "2024-07-17T14:35:11Z")
Hello, Ive been reading up on Gem and the forums here. I see that the sweet spot is 2013 to 2015. Is anybody a fan of the newer models? If not, why? Im looking at four seaters. There is currently a 2013 for sale near m… --- ## [LiFePo4 "7th battery" on a lead bottom GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lifepo4-7th-battery-on-a-lead-bottom-gem/16591)
**Author:** [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2024, 12:23am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lifepo4-7th-battery-on-a-lead-bottom-gem/16591 "2024-07-17T00:23:15Z")
This was an idea that Dave @Inwo came up with at some point in the past and I was the first ̶i̶d̶i̶o̶t̶ scientific pioneer willing to test it… … Adding an extra battery after the main contactor, so that only the high … --- ## [T4 Field wires attachment, sealed with goop. What kind?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/t4-field-wires-attachment-sealed-with-goop-what-kind/28087)
**Author:** [@GemDandy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GemDandy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2024, 11:55am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/t4-field-wires-attachment-sealed-with-goop-what-kind/28087 "2024-07-16T11:55:20Z")
There was a clear caulk or glue between the plug in wires and the case of the controller. What was it? What replaces it? Silicon Caulk, hot glue, other? Thanks. R. --- ## [2014 e4 turtle mode](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2014-e4-turtle-mode/28083)
**Author:** [@kwmatt24](https://community.electricforum.com/u/kwmatt24)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2024, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2014-e4-turtle-mode/28083 "2024-07-15T23:26:53Z")
Hello all!! I got a 2014 e4 and the turtle mode popped up. Only 3 bars missing and have 72v at the batteries. Any information will be appreciated --- ## [2001 Mild Mod Complete (ish)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-mild-mod-complete-ish/28079)
**Author:** [@sunol](https://community.electricforum.com/u/sunol)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2024, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-mild-mod-complete-ish/28079 "2024-07-15T20:41:01Z")
Finished (for now) restoring a 2001 GEM I inherited. New-ish batteries, but had to go through most of it. New half-shafts, shocks, disc brakes, etc. This forum was extremely valuable in helping me get the work done. I k… --- ## [19 miles an hour and sluggish](https://community.electricforum.com/t/19-miles-an-hour-and-sluggish/28075)
**Author:** [@GemDandy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GemDandy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2024, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/19-miles-an-hour-and-sluggish/28075 "2024-07-14T17:38:40Z")
Dead spot under acceleration. Driving on DL the 2012 GEM cart is sluggish but doesn’t have this problem. Shift to DH and it will quickly accelerate to 19-21 mph and then it hits a flat spot and won’t go any faster on th… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=12) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=14)