# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=36 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 37 --- ## [Charging Tips/Best Practices (2002 e825 w/ gel batteries)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-tips-best-practices-2002-e825-w-gel-batteries/24127)
**Author:** [@2002GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2002GEM)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2022, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-tips-best-practices-2002-e825-w-gel-batteries/24127 "2022-05-04T23:26:10Z")
Hi all, only my second post, so pardon if this has been covered. I did a quick search and couldn’t really find a basic/beginners take battery charging (for gel specifically anyway). I just picked up a 2002 GEM e825. Bat… --- ## [Rear seat safety warning](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-seat-safety-warning/24120)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2022, 1:08am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-seat-safety-warning/24120 "2022-05-03T01:08:35Z")
. People are building rear seats for GEMs using only the attachment lock. This is only rated for 100 pounds. The document below is my installation instructions for a SAFE rear seat. You can build from the pictures in… --- ## [Gem 48 Volt Wiring Diagram or Manual](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-48-volt-wiring-diagram-or-manual/24038)
**Author:** [@Thorholt](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Thorholt)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2022, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-48-volt-wiring-diagram-or-manual/24038 "2022-05-02T17:59:17Z")
Hello everyone, I am looking for a manual or wiring diagram for a 1999 Gem 48 volt car, The manual I have that goes from 1999 thru 2004 has no info on the 48 volt cars, Anyone have anything to help? Thanks. --- ## [2016 seat belts for car seats](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-seat-belts-for-car-seats/22265)
**Author:** [@Erniea15](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Erniea15)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2022, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-seat-belts-for-car-seats/22265 "2022-05-02T16:19:16Z")
I found myself interested in the GEMs originally because I liked that they came street legal, which included a 3 point seat belts that I would let me install car seats for the kids. I bought a 2000 initially and it was… --- ## [2009 Gem e2 won’t go into dh](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-e2-won-t-go-into-dh/14831)
**Author:** [@Shunter](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Shunter)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2022, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-e2-won-t-go-into-dh/14831 "2022-05-01T22:11:28Z")
Just purchased an e2 . Previous owners messed with electrical a bit I think. 1. Car will not go into dh… have to hold down switch to go reverse… runs fine in dL… switch issue?? Or?? 2. Emergency brake on/off indicator. T… --- ## [Old Gem DC to Dc converter](https://community.electricforum.com/t/old-gem-dc-to-dc-converter/24076)
**Author:** [@Jrich1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jrich1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2022, 9:55am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/old-gem-dc-to-dc-converter/24076 "2022-05-01T09:55:18Z")
Hello all, I’m about to start trying and get my 02 Gems old DC/DC converter transferred over to the new sure power model. The recall was so long ago I am assuming its going to be a bear to get a hold of anyone that will… --- ## [Just a big Thank you](https://community.electricforum.com/t/just-a-big-thank-you/22711)
**Author:** [@MikeK](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MikeK)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2022, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/just-a-big-thank-you/22711 "2022-04-30T14:43:33Z")
To the help I received on this site, thank you. My cart is running great, charging great. To my advisor, Assy req. Thank you!!! You are the Gem Wizard. Only issue I have is the LCD readout, stays dark at night, but a fl… --- ## [2006 el Park Ranger needs lithium infusion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-el-park-ranger-needs-lithium-infusion/24041)
**Author:** [@Voltron](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Voltron)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-el-park-ranger-needs-lithium-infusion/24041 "2022-04-29T14:47:03Z")
Retired Arizona Park Ranger cart joining the flock. I’m total newb to these, but an very mechanically inclined. My cart is loaded with 6 Deka AGM batteries (it got the factory upgrade kit?) producing a whopping 1 volt, … --- ## [BMS's for lithium packs, for sale](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bmss-for-lithium-packs-for-sale/24082)
**Author:** [@LithiumGods](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LithiumGods)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 2:36am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bmss-for-lithium-packs-for-sale/24082 "2022-04-29T02:36:08Z")
I have a few left over BMS’s from a project. Up to 24 lithium cells, uses the new ANT software. Bluetooth to your phone. I know for sure it is available on Android(what i use), would have to check on Apple. 10-24 cells,… --- ## [GEM Car Leaf Lithium Batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-leaf-lithium-batteries/24080)
**Author:** [@rhysmoe](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rhysmoe)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-leaf-lithium-batteries/24080 "2022-04-28T22:34:40Z")
Good morning, wanted to thank everyone for all of their information and posts. This forum is a great resource and pushed me to pull the trigger on a GEM. I was able to find one already converted to Leaf Lithium Ion batte… --- ## [Recommendations, need a 4 wire plug that is solderless](https://community.electricforum.com/t/recommendations-need-a-4-wire-plug-that-is-solderless/24039)
**Author:** [@LithiumGods](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LithiumGods)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 6:57am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/recommendations-need-a-4-wire-plug-that-is-solderless/24039 "2022-04-28T06:57:57Z")
Looking for a plug for 4 small bms wires. Prefer solderless. Want to install them on the new lithium packs. This would make connecting the modules much easier. Ideas? --- ## [Best New Tires for 21" Original Size Chrysler Gem E825?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-new-tires-for-21-original-size-chrysler-gem-e825/24078)
**Author:** [@Ahayes488](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Ahayes488)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 4:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-new-tires-for-21-original-size-chrysler-gem-e825/24078 "2022-04-28T04:06:42Z")
Hi All! The 21" original tires on my 2002 E825 Gem are coming to the end of their days. Does anyone have any recommendations of what and where to buy new tires? I have hub caps and original rims on them so won’t need t… --- ## [Error code -90](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-90/4063)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2022, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-90/4063 "2022-04-26T15:06:01Z")
Where is Terminal 1 I'm getting error code -90 and was wondering if anyone knew where I can locate terminal 1 From the list of error codes "90 terminal one is shorted to ground, input sensor error inspect motor contro… --- ## [Boots for Rack and pinion steering 2014 GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/boots-for-rack-and-pinion-steering-2014-gem/23112)
**Author:** [@js9354](https://community.electricforum.com/u/js9354)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2022, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/boots-for-rack-and-pinion-steering-2014-gem/23112 "2022-04-22T19:23:37Z")
I acquired a project GEM 2014 E6s from an auction this week. Both rubber boots on the rack and pinion steering need replacement. I looks like Polaris wants $55 apiece! These seem so generic and common in size. Has anyone… --- ## [Amd 7,5 better than new $500](https://community.electricforum.com/t/amd-7-5-better-than-new-500/23864)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2022, 12:38am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/amd-7-5-better-than-new-500/23864 "2022-04-22T00:38:49Z")
Why is this motor $500 It is a 2017 motor with less than 1500 miles. 2 The owner never serviced it and the brushes stuck. Why did brushes stick? AMD motors are built with closer tolerances than GE or D&D (RFF Blu… --- ## [FS 2016+ rims + Tires](https://community.electricforum.com/t/fs-2016-rims-tires/23610)
**Author:** [@djgabriel2004](https://community.electricforum.com/u/djgabriel2004)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2022, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/fs-2016-rims-tires/23610 "2022-04-21T15:58:51Z")
Set of wheels available for 2016+ Located in South Florida $500 + shipping. --- ## [2006 Gem car gas pedal ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-gem-car-gas-pedal/17791)
**Author:** [@Sharkba8](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Sharkba8)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2022, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-gem-car-gas-pedal/17791 "2022-04-20T23:00:09Z")
Does anyone know where I can buy a gas pedal assembly for my 2006 Gem car long body? --- ## [Lost trunk release key, and steering wheel is not straight](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lost-trunk-release-key-and-steering-wheel-is-not-straight/13884)
**Author:** [@cc3475](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cc3475)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2022, 5:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lost-trunk-release-key-and-steering-wheel-is-not-straight/13884 "2022-04-20T05:14:20Z")
I would like to paint my gem but unfortunately I do not have the right key for the trunk release. I thought it would be the same as the one that opens the trunk but that is not the case. Where can I find a key to open th… --- ## [2018 polaris gem e6 wrong gear](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2018-polaris-gem-e6-wrong-gear/23972)
**Author:** [@E6Limo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/E6Limo)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2022, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2018-polaris-gem-e6-wrong-gear/23972 "2022-04-19T22:06:05Z")
I’ve been a gem owner for a month and was looking for more speed so I ordered the speed kit 1 from ride 4 fun. Successfully installed it. Turns out they accidentally sent me the speed 2 kit(which they told me wont work… --- ## [Error code 15](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-15/6352)
**Author:** [@cecjrcec](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cecjrcec)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-15/6352 "2022-04-16T19:47:32Z")
Cart goes from fully charged to no power. Batteries only a year old. Seems to be intermittent problem. Any suggestions? --- ## [2009 E4 wont go!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-e4-wont-go/23725)
**Author:** [@IBCB](https://community.electricforum.com/u/IBCB)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 1:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-e4-wont-go/23725 "2022-04-16T01:17:22Z")
I got a 2009 E4 for my dad a couple years ago, he lives in Clearwater and uses the cart only sparingly. I had new FLA batteries in 2019, and it gets charged with pretty much every use. Last month he took a short ride, un… --- ## [A tale of 2 weeks- A stubborn motor story](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-tale-of-2-weeks-a-stubborn-motor-story/23919)
**Author:** [@AssyRequired](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AssyRequired)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2022, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-tale-of-2-weeks-a-stubborn-motor-story/23919 "2022-04-15T19:59:25Z")
A tale of how a normally 30 minute operation can spin into 2 weeks of frustration. Background I jumped in to help out a guy over on FB. Problem- While out on a cruise, car just stopped. Had to push home. Wife was not … --- ## [Need help with component diagnostics!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-help-with-component-diagnostics/23097)
**Author:** [@JMac](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JMac)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2022, 1:11am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-help-with-component-diagnostics/23097 "2022-04-15T01:11:57Z")
1st timer here. 2003 e825 that has been tweaked by previous owner with a Delta-Q charger & a Sure Power 71030i DC-DC converter. Ran great for a few years then the batteries aged out. new wet cells, then the Delta-Q di… --- ## [Suggestions for: led kit, light bar, and stereo/speakers for a gem e4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/suggestions-for-led-kit-light-bar-and-stereo-speakers-for-a-gem-e4/23960)
**Author:** [@Oldschoola](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Oldschoola)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/suggestions-for-led-kit-light-bar-and-stereo-speakers-for-a-gem-e4/23960 "2022-04-14T19:52:18Z")
Hey all! I have a 2008 gem e4 and I am looking for the following upgrades to my gem. Id like everyones opinions(and links) on what the best options are for these, since i’m sure people on here have gone through many dif… --- ## [Distance Issue -2003 Gem 4 seater](https://community.electricforum.com/t/distance-issue-2003-gem-4-seater/23955)
**Author:** [@Tbuds](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Tbuds)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/distance-issue-2003-gem-4-seater/23955 "2022-04-12T14:17:30Z")
Looking for a little guidance. Purchased a 2003 4 seater Gem last August. The Gem came with new deep cycle batteries (06/21). When we first got the Gem we never had any issue with distance, going over 10 miles the day we… --- ## [Newbie to GEM. Help!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-to-gem-help/23945)
**Author:** [@BimmerJMG](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BimmerJMG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-to-gem-help/23945 "2022-04-12T13:41:30Z")
I just purchased an older, seemingly fully operational GEM 2-seater and would like to learn how to maintain and repair the car. Batteries (4) have a 1/21 date code. Charger seems to be working. All lights, horn and motor… --- ## [Harley for sale](https://community.electricforum.com/t/harley-for-sale/23957)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 1:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/harley-for-sale/23957 "2022-04-12T01:19:06Z")
HARLEY DAVIDSON CART To restore best offer OVER $500 in Tennessee --- ## [DeltaQ Charging on 98v 24s pack](https://community.electricforum.com/t/deltaq-charging-on-98v-24s-pack/23941)
**Author:** [@Erniea15](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Erniea15)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 12:58am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/deltaq-charging-on-98v-24s-pack/23941 "2022-04-12T00:58:49Z")
Looking for some charger help / ideas - I’m running a 2p24s Chevy Volt pack in my 2016 GEM, which when it’s fully charged, is plenty of capacity for my normal weekend driving. Delta Q is using profile 161. Problem is… --- ## [GEM Project - Should i do it?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-project-should-i-do-it/23924)
**Author:** [@Tahoe](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Tahoe)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2022, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-project-should-i-do-it/23924 "2022-04-11T19:47:00Z")
Hello All, First post here and looking for advice. I would be able to pick up a 2 seater aprox 2001 GEM car for very cheap. It would b a garage find in that it has next to no use other then sitting outside under a tar… --- ## [Delta-Q programmer](https://community.electricforum.com/t/delta-q-programmer/5663)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2022, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/delta-q-programmer/5663 "2022-04-11T19:00:02Z")
Got in the programmer kit. Have no immediate use for it. Wishful thinking I guess, hoped it would come with a bunch of algorithms. Anyone have a source? Only thing I can think of, is passing it around, saving, and … [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=35) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=37)