# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=133 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 134 --- ## [Rear Brake Hose Replacement (2004 and prior)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-brake-hose-replacement-2004-and-prior/1551)
**Author:** [@GEMmechanic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEMmechanic)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2011, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-brake-hose-replacement-2004-and-prior/1551 "2011-01-10T22:04:02Z")
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**Author:** [@GEMmechanic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEMmechanic)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2011, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-a-arm-bushings/1550 "2011-01-10T22:01:57Z")
This procedure below is now largely moot as the factory is now selling the bushings as a component part. The part number is 0603-00148. If the dealer tells you this number is no good, tell them to call the factory to c… --- ## [GEM Brake Drum Removal](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-brake-drum-removal/1549)
**Author:** [@GEMmechanic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEMmechanic)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2011, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-brake-drum-removal/1549 "2011-01-10T21:56:01Z")
Note: This procedure is to make it easier to remove GEM brake drums before they rust to the hub. The drum must already be off in order to drill and tap the threads. It is not uncommon for GEM brake drums to become stu… --- ## [2005 e4 - Charge always shows full](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-e4-charge-always-shows-full/1534)
**Author:** [@dapco](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dapco)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2010, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-e4-charge-always-shows-full/1534 "2010-12-12T14:47:40Z")
I have a 2005 e4 and the charge shows full and never goes down. It loses power after 3 or 4 miles but still shows a full charge. The Car had 200 miles and original batteries when I purchased it. I figured I would have… --- ## [How do I get my windshield replaced on a GEM 2002 e825 4 seater?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-do-i-get-my-windshield-replaced-on-a-gem-2002-e825-4-seater/1526)
**Author:** [@dapco](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dapco)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2010, 6:21am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-do-i-get-my-windshield-replaced-on-a-gem-2002-e825-4-seater/1526 "2010-11-30T06:21:49Z")
I just purchased a 2002 GEM car (4 seater) that needs a new windshield. I have no idea where to start. Can anyone give me some advice? I also need to replace the seat belts as well as the part of the front seats that … --- ## [Best charging plan for GEM wet cells?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-charging-plan-for-gem-wet-cells/1519)
**Author:** [@simonc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/simonc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2010, 12:22pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-charging-plan-for-gem-wet-cells/1519 "2010-11-09T12:22:50Z")
I have a 2002 GEM E825 ... inherited it from my Dad, so I'm new to EVs. I just put in all new 12V wet cell batteries. MY QUESTION: What's the best way to charge these batteries to maximize their useful lifespan? The… --- ## [Gem - Linksback](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-linksback/1439)
**Author:** [@Ohmylord](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Ohmylord)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2010, 9:42am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-linksback/1439 "2010-11-09T09:42:39Z")
I just got a 2002 e4 Gem Car and am looking for a golf club rack (Linksback). Any suggestions on the best online deal? Any one had any experience with aftermarket golf club holders? I'm leaning towards just getting th… --- ## [List of Sources for Alternative / Unavailable From Dealer GEM Parts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/list-of-sources-for-alternative-unavailable-from-dealer-gem-parts/1495)
**Author:** [@GEMmechanic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEMmechanic)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2010, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/list-of-sources-for-alternative-unavailable-from-dealer-gem-parts/1495 "2010-10-12T19:27:14Z")
This post has been deleted. Please see my updated post on alternative parts. http://www.electricforum.com/cars/neighborhood-electric-vehicles-hev/2626-lists-alternative-superseded-parts.html Daniel --- ## [Honda wheels on GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/honda-wheels-on-gem/1348)
**Author:** [@solarmon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/solarmon)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2010, 12:02am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/honda-wheels-on-gem/1348 "2010-10-11T00:02:12Z")
I just put some 13x5 Honda rims. .with the DEEP offset for front wheel drive . .on my '02 GEM eS.. .with some 185-70-13 tires. Now the wheels actually cover the ball joints, rather than having them way inside like w… --- ## [Experience with gel cells in GEM cars](https://community.electricforum.com/t/experience-with-gel-cells-in-gem-cars/1428)
**Author:** [@jlf46](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jlf46)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2010, 7:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/experience-with-gel-cells-in-gem-cars/1428 "2010-09-17T07:03:52Z")
Previous post about batteries got answer saying gel cells can last 4 to 6 years in a GEM. How many miles or discharges does that represent? I got 4000 mile at 12 to 15 miles at a time (40 to 50 % discharge according to i… --- ## [Free GEM parts manuals online](https://community.electricforum.com/t/free-gem-parts-manuals-online/1477)
**Author:** [@GEMmechanic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEMmechanic)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2010, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/free-gem-parts-manuals-online/1477 "2010-09-15T17:30:49Z")
Some limited information from the GEM factory: http://www.polaris.com/en-us/gem-electric-car/pages/owner-manuals.aspx The 2004 and prior service manual can be found here: http://greentechfusion.smartlivingguides.co… --- ## [GEM Electric Cars - Solar Charging](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-electric-cars-solar-charging/1469)
**Author:** [@borlando](https://community.electricforum.com/u/borlando)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2010, 2:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-electric-cars-solar-charging/1469 "2010-08-30T14:55:04Z")
Greetings. I have a 2002 GEM e4 and would like to charge it with PV Solar Panels. I have an 80vDC, 272amp solar source. This should be adequate for the 72v GEM system. To charge, I'm projecting that I would plug direct… --- ## [Thinking about sellin gmy GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/thinking-about-sellin-gmy-gem/1464)
**Author:** [@solarmon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/solarmon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2010, 6:08am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/thinking-about-sellin-gmy-gem/1464 "2010-08-29T06:08:49Z")
2002 short-bed pickup with factory doors, 9 new Interstate 8volt@170AH batteries (the three "extra" under tilt-up bed), factory reprogrammed charger, computer hookup and program to tweak controller, good tires (2 brand n… --- ## [GEM Charger circuit breaker continually trips](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-charger-circuit-breaker-continually-trips/1430)
**Author:** [@ejscheele](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ejscheele)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2010, 7:07am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-charger-circuit-breaker-continually-trips/1430 "2010-07-14T07:07:52Z")
I have a 2002 GEM e4 which has worked perfectly until now. When I plug in the charger the circuit breaker continue trips. No idea why. Any thoughts what I can do or what is happening? Thanks, Eric --- ## [GEM with Error Code -08](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-with-error-code-08/1095)
**Author:** [@bartleby](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bartleby)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2010, 7:48am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-with-error-code-08/1095 "2010-06-10T07:48:52Z")
A few days ago my GEM (2002) simply quit running. When you turn the key ON and dis-engage the emergency brake the main contact closes and the display immediately shows - 08. Let me summarize my efforts in trying to iso… --- ## [HELP needed with reprograming GEM controller](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-needed-with-reprograming-gem-controller/1407)
**Author:** [@solarmon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/solarmon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2010, 7:18am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/help-needed-with-reprograming-gem-controller/1407 "2010-05-18T07:18:05Z")
I just got the kit to reprogram my controller with the computer. .which seems to work nicely, but. .I'm a bit nervous about the whole thing, and would SURE appreciate some advice on the matter. So far, I've just made a… --- ## [Still seeking regen advice for GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/still-seeking-regen-advice-for-gem/1414)
**Author:** [@solarmon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/solarmon)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2010, 6:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/still-seeking-regen-advice-for-gem/1414 "2010-05-17T06:39:42Z")
Current regen settings are: (9) regen armature current= 221 (10) regen maximum field current=180 (21) arm ramp pedal upregen=7 I would really like just a bit more braking from the regen . if anybody out there has sug… --- ## [GEM insurtance?. .NOT from AAA](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-insurtance-not-from-aaa/1347)
**Author:** [@solarmon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/solarmon)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2010, 11:27am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-insurtance-not-from-aaa/1347 "2010-04-27T11:27:23Z")
I live in Utah, and just bought an '02 GEM. My AAA insurance will NOT cover a GEM here, even though it will in Arizona. Wierd, eh. .especially since I only want liability? How much harm can a little thing like that do at… --- ## [GEM Car won't charge, three beeps](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-wont-charge-three-beeps/1266)
**Author:** [@connercop](https://community.electricforum.com/u/connercop)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2009, 12:30am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-wont-charge-three-beeps/1266 "2009-09-22T00:30:31Z")
When I plug in the GEM I get three contant beeps along with the charge LED flaching red, yellow, green, red, yellow, green... Any ideas? --- ## [GEM No Brake lights, now no head lights. Fuse Boc Location?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-no-brake-lights-now-no-head-lights-fuse-boc-location/1236)
**Author:** [@connercop](https://community.electricforum.com/u/connercop)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2009, 8:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-no-brake-lights-now-no-head-lights-fuse-boc-location/1236 "2009-07-25T08:19:19Z")
I am brand new to the whole GEM world so forgive me please as a NOOB. Last night the brake lights suddenly quit working. No 12VDC at either side of the switch on top. There are two switches on the brake pedal. Tonigh… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=132)