# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=48 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 49 --- ## [Big blue motor information?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/big-blue-motor-information/21542)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2021, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/big-blue-motor-information/21542 "2021-05-28T13:25:27Z")
@LithiumGods I have this motor from a truck and not sure what it is. 19.5 php on 48v. It shows connection as a shunt motor and has the standard 3 wire tach. Seems short too. Old Gem or Think maybe. --- ## [Brake shoe removal, again…](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-shoe-removal-again/21537)
**Author:** [@Batman7349](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Batman7349)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2021, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-shoe-removal-again/21537 "2021-05-27T20:09:56Z")
Working on a 2000 e825. I cannot for the life of me get the front shoe off of the rear brake assembly. Wheel cylinder removed, springs off, emergency brake cross bar off. There is no way to get the shoe off the pin. It h… --- ## [Gem Rockford Factory Stereo](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-rockford-factory-stereo/21319)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2021, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-rockford-factory-stereo/21319 "2021-05-27T20:05:21Z")
Hey anyone have a Gem with a Factory Stereo? --- ## [2009 gem e2 charger questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-e2-charger-questions/21522)
**Author:** [@ibbbhead](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ibbbhead)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2021, 4:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-e2-charger-questions/21522 "2021-05-26T04:35:19Z")
Hi,I just acquired my second gem. It’s a 2009 e2. Of course all the batteries are dead and before i invest good money in this vehicle I have a few questions about the charger. My 2015 gem has the delta q charger. The 200… --- ## [2011 gem e4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2011-gem-e4/5354)
**Author:** [@mazie1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mazie1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2021, 12:46am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2011-gem-e4/5354 "2021-05-26T00:46:28Z")
I have a gem and when the battery gauge drops two bars the turtle light comes on and it slows down it is not setting any codes checked the voltage at the motor controller and it is 74 volts when this happens. Looking for… --- ## [Bearings gem Polaris cart](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bearings-gem-polaris-cart/21512)
**Author:** [@GD\_Debre](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GD_Debre)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2021, 1:48am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/bearings-gem-polaris-cart/21512 "2021-05-24T01:48:53Z")
Gem 2014 bearings Is this the right one need someone that knows --- ## [Split from welcome thread](https://community.electricforum.com/t/split-from-welcome-thread/21510)
**Author:** [@2013GEMtruck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2013GEMtruck)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2021, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/split-from-welcome-thread/21510 "2021-05-09T15:08:00Z")
NEW, new, new. Not my GEM though. Got a 2013 utility truck for a pretty fair price. SO MANY QUESTIONS! Earlier this spring I did a Lithium conversion (RoyPow) on an EZ-GO golf cart and it was a total success! RoyPow does… --- ## [3 "car" garage? One day](https://community.electricforum.com/t/3-car-garage-one-day/21469)
**Author:** [@Erniea15](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Erniea15)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2021, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/3-car-garage-one-day/21469 "2021-05-23T18:52:09Z")
Figure you guys are the only ones that would appreciate this. The wife is not as amused :grin: I’m trying to get caught up on the projects and get them out of the garage! --- ## [Charger restart control](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-restart-control/21077)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2021, 1:53am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-restart-control/21077 "2021-05-22T01:53:35Z")
Haven’t found the exact device needed, so built my own. Replaces timer. This uses a simple two wire connection to any battery from about 24v to 100v. Two set points: Charger on-led on Charger off-led off Example: … --- ## [Ride for Fun motor upgrade](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-for-fun-motor-upgrade/15421)
**Author:** [@Pops17](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Pops17)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2020, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-for-fun-motor-upgrade/15421 "2020-01-10T19:11:34Z")
Hello, I’m considering buying the Ride for Fun replacement motor upgrade and I’d like to hear some feedback from any members that have used it in their Gems. Would like to hear any pros or cons before making the purchase… --- ## [ISO Main Breaker 2005 E](https://community.electricforum.com/t/iso-main-breaker-2005-e/21484)
**Author:** [@Tantrum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Tantrum)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2021, 1:45am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/iso-main-breaker-2005-e/21484 "2021-05-19T01:45:09Z")
Second time Ive popped the Main breaker in our GEM. Checked with GEM Parts Direct and they do not have one in stock. This can not be a unique part to GEM. Does anyone have a cross reference # so i can pick up local at E… --- ## [8888 Displayed on my GEM 2001](https://community.electricforum.com/t/8888-displayed-on-my-gem-2001/21487)
**Author:** [@Hastings47](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Hastings47)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2021, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/8888-displayed-on-my-gem-2001/21487 "2021-05-18T21:28:03Z")
My 2001 GEM has new batteries, I drove it two days with charging each night and now it’s dead and 8888 is displayed on the screen. Any thoughts or suggestions? --- ## [Headlight to Rigid LED Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/headlight-to-rigid-led-conversion/5161)
**Author:** [@uscgem](https://community.electricforum.com/u/uscgem)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2021, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/headlight-to-rigid-led-conversion/5161 "2021-05-18T17:16:43Z")
Just finished the conversion of the stock headlights to Rigid industries dually spot 20221. I modified the the factory housing to fit the rigid LEDs in order to utilize the alignment screws and oem holes. The current mou… --- ## [Brake Caliper ‘05](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-caliper-05/19150)
**Author:** [@Tantrum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Tantrum)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2021, 3:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-caliper-05/19150 "2021-05-18T15:09:32Z")
One of the bleeder fittings snapped off my caliper on an ‘05 E4. I’m having problems locating through the GEM vendors as they are saying the part is discontinued. Ive searched here through cross reference number postS an… --- ## [2007 GEM E4 new batteries charging issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-gem-e4-new-batteries-charging-issue/21465)
**Author:** [@cwj3620](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cwj3620)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2021, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-gem-e4-new-batteries-charging-issue/21465 "2021-05-16T22:11:09Z")
I just replaced all 6 of my existing NAPA #8272 gel batteries (5-years-old, 8K miles on that set) with the same NAPA #8272 gel about April 15, 2021, 4 weeks ago. My Delta-q charger was rebuilt by FSIP about 18 months ago… --- ## [Allied Lithium conversion for Gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/allied-lithium-conversion-for-gem/21200)
**Author:** [@Jjones](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jjones)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 9:41am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/allied-lithium-conversion-for-gem/21200 "2021-05-15T09:41:54Z")
I’m thinking about making the switch to lithium for one of my Gems a 2000 E4. The Allied Lithium kit seems like a nice one-stop package. Anyone install their batteries and charger? I currently have R4F charger, and ho… --- ## [Instruction sheet for install gear set for 2016-2022](https://community.electricforum.com/t/instruction-sheet-for-install-gear-set-for-2016-2022/21449)
**Author:** [@schinia](https://community.electricforum.com/u/schinia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/instruction-sheet-for-install-gear-set-for-2016-2022/21449 "2021-05-12T19:29:20Z")
does anyone have the instructions from R4F, and what do you think about the procedure. --- ## [Charger profile for "Starting Line" batteries? Duracell?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-profile-for-starting-line-batteries-duracell/21421)
**Author:** [@2013GEMtruck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2013GEMtruck)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2021, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-profile-for-starting-line-batteries-duracell/21421 "2021-05-10T16:48:51Z")
I started this in the “welcome” thread, but it needs it’s own topic I think, so people can see it. I’m totally new to GEM and this forum. I’ve been reading threads here for hours now, and honestly it’s a little intimidat… --- ## [Accessory Power (keyed)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/accessory-power-keyed/21422)
**Author:** [@flyyellow](https://community.electricforum.com/u/flyyellow)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2021, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/accessory-power-keyed/21422 "2021-05-09T17:59:30Z")
I’m in the process of installing a sounder. I found the constant power on the side of the fuse box and tapped in to it. But my darn soundbar has a light on it and shows power all the time. So I want to be able to turn… --- ## [\-15 code after controller rebuild](https://community.electricforum.com/t/15-code-after-controller-rebuild/21307)
**Author:** [@Dave14073](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dave14073)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2021, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/15-code-after-controller-rebuild/21307 "2021-05-07T18:13:50Z")
I have a 2003 E825 that I have installed a rebuilt controller i and the main contractor will not close, and it gives a -15 code which is suppose to indicate low battery voltage but i have recharged them and measured 74 v… --- ## [GEM motors... Which one?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-motors-which-one/21361)
**Author:** [@rvn68ak](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rvn68ak)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2021, 12:44am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-motors-which-one/21361 "2021-05-04T00:44:53Z")
Asking for opinions here… I have a 2006 E2, 14" R4F wheels/tires. I live in a very hilly portion of north Georgia. The stock GE “long” 5HP motor sometimes gets an overheat light and low power after a period of “regener… --- ## [Battery status not indicated.](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-status-not-indicated/19733)
**Author:** [@davengl](https://community.electricforum.com/u/davengl)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2021, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-status-not-indicated/19733 "2021-05-03T22:27:16Z")
When I bought this GEM e4 it was not in operating condition. I repaired the motor and speed sensor but the display still showed several problems. I expected water in the main controller but it was OK. Next I removed … --- ## [72Volt controller question for the experts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72volt-controller-question-for-the-experts/21350)
**Author:** [@luvdamud](https://community.electricforum.com/u/luvdamud)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2021, 2:44am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72volt-controller-question-for-the-experts/21350 "2021-05-03T02:44:25Z")
Gem experts, where I live is a desert when it comes to GEM cars. I have a question about 72V controllers that the golf cart hobby world doesn’t focus on but you guys do all the time. Looking at a 72 volt AC (9-8v bats… --- ## [2001 ? Gem question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-question/21334)
**Author:** [@lugbolt](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lugbolt)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2021, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-question/21334 "2021-05-01T15:23:02Z")
Just started working for a Polaris dealer and one of the items that I am tasked with is correcting an 01 GEM. It’s a 4 seat model. Had a couple batteries that were bad. Customer didn’t want to replace all 6, and the ot… --- ## [Gem ‘09 BDI not working](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-09-bdi-not-working/18858)
**Author:** [@Eric5445](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Eric5445)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2021, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-09-bdi-not-working/18858 "2021-04-30T21:32:17Z")
I replaced an old set of Gel batteries with standard deep cycle lead acid batteries. Everything on the LCD seems to work except the BDI always displays the red bar. The battery charger seems to be working fine. I saw a… --- ## [2001 GEM speed is only 15 mph](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-speed-is-only-15-mph/21166)
**Author:** [@kenallyson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/kenallyson)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2021, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-speed-is-only-15-mph/21166 "2021-04-29T22:37:51Z")
I just bought a 2001 Gem and it tops out at 15 mph. I have read many things on the internet and have downloaded the users manual. I have already completed some troubleshooting from tips in the manual. I haven’t come u… --- ## [New Tesla3 battery thread](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-tesla3-battery-thread/21327)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2021, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-tesla3-battery-thread/21327 "2021-04-29T21:08:13Z")
First 24s shows some of the many steps required to make this work. After modules are split the unneeded brick is removed with exception of a few buffer cells. These help prevent blown fuse wires during the build process… --- ## [Replace front shocks](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replace-front-shocks/20157)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2021, 12:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replace-front-shocks/20157 "2021-04-29T00:39:03Z")
Just replaced the front shocks on a 2005 E2. Manuel says leave them loose till off jacks the tighten to 60#. My question is…if I tighten to 60# the shocks will bind in the mounts and not move. Are shocks supposed to be… --- ## [PCB mount - AC conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/pcb-mount-ac-conversion/21318)
**Author:** [@cbepps](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cbepps)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2021, 2:57am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/pcb-mount-ac-conversion/21318 "2021-04-28T02:57:27Z")
I’m working on the AC conversion in my 2007 e6 and have the motor mounted (cut ram horn) and the Sevcon installed. I added 24in 2 gauge cables to handle the runs to B+/- and 18in cables for the 3 motor connections with 5… --- ## [Latest - 2009 - E2 AC Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/latest-2009-e2-ac-conversion/19606)
**Author:** [@MikeKC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MikeKC)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2021, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/latest-2009-e2-ac-conversion/19606 "2021-04-27T13:28:36Z")
Just finished my latest E2 Conversion - 2009 E2 Kia Ioniq Lithium Batteries 8Kw AC Induction Motor Sevcon Gen4 Size4 AC Controller 1" Spacers on the front wheels to give them a little more space My best install yet… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=47) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=49)