# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=33 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 34 --- ## [2006 E4 not moving/ display flashing](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-e4-not-moving-display-flashing/24509)
**Author:** [@Turbogembo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Turbogembo)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2022, 1:16am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-e4-not-moving-display-flashing/24509 "2022-07-07T01:16:56Z")
I have a 2006 GEM E4 that I bought about a couple of months ago. I was told it needed new batteries, so that has been solved and I have plenty of juice at the PSDM (74.5 DCV). Originally, when I powered on, everything wo… --- ## [Error Code 66 on my 2005 e4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-66-on-my-2005-e4/24403)
**Author:** [@Kevin](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Kevin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2022, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-66-on-my-2005-e4/24403 "2022-07-06T18:29:03Z")
Starting a new thread at the recommendation from another member. I received the error code two days ago shortly after climbing up a steep hill to our community mailbox. Turning the key off and back on got rid of the err… --- ## [2018 GEM key not working](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2018-gem-key-not-working/24603)
**Author:** [@PascagoulaBeach](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PascagoulaBeach)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2022, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2018-gem-key-not-working/24603 "2022-07-06T15:25:58Z")
The key will not turn in my 2018 e6. It’s like the steering wheel lock but moving the steering wheel does not allow the key to turn to the on position. Any suggestions? --- ## [What neutral really for?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-neutral-really-for/24596)
**Author:** [@jonbbrew](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jonbbrew)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2022, 11:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-neutral-really-for/24596 "2022-07-06T11:03:51Z")
If on a long low speed downhill should neutral be used? Or when is neutral used? Is there a problem free rolling downhill if forward with not accelerator ? --- ## [Turn Signal Indicator Light Replacement](https://community.electricforum.com/t/turn-signal-indicator-light-replacement/22629)
**Author:** [@TJC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/TJC)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2022, 11:08am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/turn-signal-indicator-light-replacement/22629 "2022-07-06T11:08:21Z")
Right turn signal indicator not lighting up, has power to it but looks like the bulb failed. Pulled it out and looks like I need to replace the whole thing…or am I missing something. If I need the whole assembly where … --- ## [Too Wide? Tire Width Help Please](https://community.electricforum.com/t/too-wide-tire-width-help-please/24537)
**Author:** [@jonbbrew](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jonbbrew)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2022, 6:38am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/too-wide-tire-width-help-please/24537 "2022-07-06T06:38:57Z")
I am sure it has been talked about before, and i tried posting before with no results, so i am trying a new post. I am looking at some 20.5" tires (just a pinch shorter than stock) so i can keep my climbing ability. My … --- ## [2017 GEM motor wiring HELP](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-gem-motor-wiring-help/24593)
**Author:** [@MrAir1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MrAir1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2022, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-gem-motor-wiring-help/24593 "2022-07-05T21:41:55Z")
During a motor re-install into a gearbox mod a wire got pulled too much. Popped out the two wires from the waterproof connector. I need to know which wire goes where to re-build this connector. Easy but only two choic… --- ## [2015 GEM eS horn issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-es-horn-issue/24461)
**Author:** [@nav](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nav)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2022, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-es-horn-issue/24461 "2022-07-05T13:50:08Z")
I am working on other issues while I wait on FedEx claim resolution for motor loss. The horn switch does not work. The signal lights work fine and the wiper works. I am not getting power to the horn through the harness… --- ## [2017 gem car codes](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-gem-car-codes/24584)
**Author:** [@Rosco](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rosco)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2022, 3:54am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-gem-car-codes/24584 "2022-07-05T03:54:02Z")
My gym will stop running randomly. Have to turn the key off and back on and it’ll start up and go again. It’s logging three codes 520499, 520358, and 520606. Anybody had any idea what these codes could be? --- ## [Troubleshooting 1999 E825 2 seater](https://community.electricforum.com/t/troubleshooting-1999-e825-2-seater/24557)
**Author:** [@Metallikahn](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Metallikahn)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2022, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/troubleshooting-1999-e825-2-seater/24557 "2022-07-03T23:17:55Z")
Hey all! I’ve got a 1999 E825 my Grandfather purchased new way back when. It got a couple of summers worth of golf course and round town use before he passed and then it pretty much sat unused. My Dad put some new batte… --- ## [Plastic Repair (hot staple)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/plastic-repair-hot-staple/24215)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2022, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/plastic-repair-hot-staple/24215 "2022-07-01T17:19:02Z")
Hey has anyone used one of these I got one of these kits for under $30 on Amazon and I have some plastic on my car that needs repair. Looking forward to trying it out. --- ## [Available 2001 GEM Charger ASAP](https://community.electricforum.com/t/available-2001-gem-charger-asap/24527)
**Author:** [@stanleecee](https://community.electricforum.com/u/stanleecee)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2022, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/available-2001-gem-charger-asap/24527 "2022-06-30T21:25:42Z")
Need a correct charger ASAP so my batteries aren’t ruined. does anyone have a good alternative to the $680+ Zivan it came with? I’d like to find something in the $200-400 range if possible. --- ## [Non-functional gem car DC motors](https://community.electricforum.com/t/non-functional-gem-car-dc-motors/24556)
**Author:** [@RedBug1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RedBug1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2022, 12:21am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/non-functional-gem-car-dc-motors/24556 "2022-06-30T00:21:24Z")
Anyone know where to locate a dozen or so gem car motors in non-working condition? AMD, GENERAL ELECTRIC or D&D.? Must be in original state when removed. Not picked a part for working components. Thanks! --- ## [2007 Gem e6 going turtle](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-gem-e6-going-turtle/14018)
**Author:** [@gonzogeme6](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gonzogeme6)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2022, 12:12am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-gem-e6-going-turtle/14018 "2022-06-30T00:12:46Z")
I have a new to me 2007 E6 that I bought a few weeks ago. All was going good until this past week. I was getting atleast 20 miles on one charge. Actually went 18 miles before I came home and it still didn’t get to turtle… --- ## [Looking for new tires](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-new-tires/18415)
**Author:** [@Jon-David](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jon-David)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2022, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-new-tires/18415 "2022-06-28T15:31:59Z")
Hey all - new member here. Recently purchased a 2002 E825. Looking to upgrade to some beefier tires but not sure where to look. It still has the 165/70/12 stock tires on but I would like wider tires with better tread. N… --- ## [Gem Car headliner and overhead console stereo](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-headliner-and-overhead-console-stereo/16599)
**Author:** [@bundcur](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bundcur)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2022, 5:37am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-headliner-and-overhead-console-stereo/16599 "2022-06-27T05:37:25Z")
Well during my restomod this winter I had a slight issue arise. When I got the car and pieces back from the paint shop they did not paint the back side of the roof panels. So since I had an extra 2 yards of material fro… --- ## [2002 GEM Will not charge after replacing batteries.](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-will-not-charge-after-replacing-batteries/24526)
**Author:** [@BLINDSIDED](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BLINDSIDED)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2022, 4:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-will-not-charge-after-replacing-batteries/24526 "2022-06-27T04:10:17Z")
Hi all New to the forum. Just bought a 2002 gem e825. after getting it home I realized the batteries were mixed and matched. As a former RV’r I know that your not supposed to do that. They were draining awfully quickly … --- ## [2002 Gem w/front hole in hood help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-w-front-hole-in-hood-help/24510)
**Author:** [@jonbbrew](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jonbbrew)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2022, 2:58am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-w-front-hole-in-hood-help/24510 "2022-06-27T02:58:16Z")
Hello, I am a bit confused. I have been looking into refinishing or replacing front hood. I noticed that my hood has a hole in the front. In looking at other pictures it seems possibly newer models have a front charging… --- ## [Gem won't charge](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-wont-charge/4580)
**Author:** [@N.T.G](https://community.electricforum.com/u/N.T.G)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2022, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-wont-charge/4580 "2022-06-25T16:22:43Z")
I just replaced the socket and installed two new batteries in my GEM 2009 E4 and it won't charge. It was charging Sunday night and then Monday night after driving it, nothing. When I plug it in for the first 30 seconds o… --- ## [2016 35Mph Transmission](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-35mph-transmission/16998)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 91\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2022, 2:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-35mph-transmission/16998 "2022-06-25T14:39:40Z")
Well Rodney’s 12:35 Transmission Showed Up. The Stock transmission gear ratio in a 2016+ gem is 17:1 that’s crazy. Rodney sells a complete transmission with NEW lower gears that work out to 12:35. The lower gear r… --- ## [08 e4 hard steering](https://community.electricforum.com/t/08-e4-hard-steering/24467)
**Author:** [@Oldschoola](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Oldschoola)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2022, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/08-e4-hard-steering/24467 "2022-06-24T19:56:20Z")
hello i have an 08 e4 and the steering on it is very difficult. i was told the 08s have better steering than 07s or older and the wheel should turn just as easy as any other golf cart, but mine is def tough. can anyone … --- ## [Anyone running 215/50-12 on an E825 gem?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anyone-running-215-50-12-on-an-e825-gem/24501)
**Author:** [@jonbbrew](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jonbbrew)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2022, 2:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anyone-running-215-50-12-on-an-e825-gem/24501 "2022-06-23T02:06:36Z")
Looking to see if anyone has any pos or neg experience or just expert advice on running 215/50-12 on a 2002 2 seater Gem. Thanks! --- ## [Gem Tire Size? Change?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-tire-size-change/24489)
**Author:** [@jonbbrew](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jonbbrew)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2022, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-tire-size-change/24489 "2022-06-22T22:30:42Z")
2002 Gem E825 here…Stock wheels and live on steep hills. Looking to upgrade wheels and tires. Seems most upgrades are 14" rims that go up to nearly 22" diameter. I know that will change the top speed potential if program… --- ## [2015 GEM e6 warning lights all on](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-e6-warning-lights-all-on/13591)
**Author:** [@earami](https://community.electricforum.com/u/earami)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2022, 1:25am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-e6-warning-lights-all-on/13591 "2022-06-21T01:25:51Z")
GEM was working fine, charged, went to start and the battery, temperature, service wrench, turtle and R DL DH all flashing and car doesn’t do anything. Batteries all fully charged. --- ## [06 GEM E4 Display is flashing, no codes, no odometer, no MPH, flashing turtle, flashing temp symbol.](https://community.electricforum.com/t/06-gem-e4-display-is-flashing-no-codes-no-odometer-no-mph-flashing-turtle-flashing-temp-symbol/19480)
**Author:** [@New2Gem](https://community.electricforum.com/u/New2Gem)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2022, 12:53am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/06-gem-e4-display-is-flashing-no-codes-no-odometer-no-mph-flashing-turtle-flashing-temp-symbol/19480 "2022-06-21T00:53:46Z")
Greetings. I have an 06 E4 Gem Car that will not move. The display is flashing, the direction icons are flashing with white outline around them, a wrench is flashing, a turtle is flashing. I have removed the ignition … --- ## [\-08 error and -11 error](https://community.electricforum.com/t/08-error-and-11-error/24486)
**Author:** [@dougl](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dougl)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2022, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/08-error-and-11-error/24486 "2022-06-19T23:39:39Z")
Just wanted to document what I just ran across for when others come across this. I put a T2 controller in my 2002 and got a -08 when I tried to test it. When I gave it throttle it would give -11 error. I tracked it dow… --- ## [Programming one T2 with saved config from another T2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/programming-one-t2-with-saved-config-from-another-t2/24483)
**Author:** [@dougl](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dougl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2022, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/programming-one-t2-with-saved-config-from-another-t2/24483 "2022-06-19T13:43:59Z")
Is there anything wrong with doing this? ie having saved a config from a known working T2 and upload that config into another T2 even if the saved config Revision were different? I have no idea if the Revision number is… --- ## [E4 code 81 and sparking/arcing sound](https://community.electricforum.com/t/e4-code-81-and-sparking-arcing-sound/24462)
**Author:** [@KeyWestMaker](https://community.electricforum.com/u/KeyWestMaker)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2022, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/e4-code-81-and-sparking-arcing-sound/24462 "2022-06-18T18:52:03Z")
My 2011 E4 with an RFF motor was working great. Came back from vacation and it will not move forward or back. ‘81’ and the wrench are displayed when you step on the pedal and it sounds as if wires are arcing - especiall… --- ## [Removing the half-shaft from a GEM 2017 gearbox](https://community.electricforum.com/t/removing-the-half-shaft-from-a-gem-2017-gearbox/24469)
**Author:** [@MrAir1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MrAir1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2022, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/removing-the-half-shaft-from-a-gem-2017-gearbox/24469 "2022-06-18T12:15:54Z")
I there some kind of lock on this spline hub that will not let it slide off? I can get the inner end to move about 1/4" back and forth but it hits a stop or something and will not let me pull it off the spline. The whe… --- ## [Rubber bumpers, what gives](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rubber-bumpers-what-gives/24480)
**Author:** [@dougl](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dougl)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2022, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rubber-bumpers-what-gives/24480 "2022-06-17T23:56:37Z")
I’ve tried 2 types of rubber bumpers in my 2002 motor and the first one was purchased from NEV Accessories(had a outer diameter gear pattern) lasted only 2 weeks before I got clunking on acceleration/deceleration again. … [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=32) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=34)