# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=54 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 55 --- ## [2009 gem car battery/charging issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-car-battery-charging-issue/19844)
**Author:** [@Mrmac](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Mrmac)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2020, 2:00am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-car-battery-charging-issue/19844 "2020-11-08T02:00:01Z")
I have a 2009 gem with interstate 31 batteries. Two are less than a year old and other 4 are less than 7 months old. Ran full 12-13 miles on a full charge for a month or two and now it runs 4-5 miles only dropping 2 ba… --- ## [Wheel size for 06 E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheel-size-for-06-e4/20153)
**Author:** [@Red1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Red1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2020, 1:27am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wheel-size-for-06-e4/20153 "2020-11-08T01:27:00Z")
Gentlemen, Can some pls let me know the correct wheel size for 14” wheels, unfortunately I purchased 14 x 7 with a -25 offset and they are way to wide don’t come close to fitting. I’d like to put 175 / 65 R14 tires on. … --- ## [GEM T1 Controller Function settings](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-t1-controller-function-settings/12110)
**Author:** [@Rockmover](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rockmover)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2020, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-t1-controller-function-settings/12110 "2020-11-07T16:57:04Z")
Anyone have the oem function settings for a gem t1 controller ? I have no speedometer and motor is getting hot . --- ## [Error 51 after controller rebuild](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-51-after-controller-rebuild/20183)
**Author:** [@chris1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/chris1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2020, 2:49am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-51-after-controller-rebuild/20183 "2020-11-04T02:49:48Z")
What up guys? We are running 2014 E4 with a 96v Bolt battery. Smoked the controller which was rebuilt (code 41) and now we are getting code 51 for Low voltage. Battery is at 94v so we aren’t low, any thoughts? Main … --- ## [2002 E6 error code 11](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e6-error-code-11/20181)
**Author:** [@GeorgeJetson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GeorgeJetson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2020, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e6-error-code-11/20181 "2020-11-02T21:15:43Z")
I got an error code11 and not sure what’s up. I looked up troubleshooting and it says to turn off main switch to reset. Recently i jumpered the emergency brake switch so I can’t follow the exact procedure for the trouble… --- ## [New Wheels and tires on 2001 E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-wheels-and-tires-on-2001-e4/19541)
**Author:** [@svandgts](https://community.electricforum.com/u/svandgts)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2020, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-wheels-and-tires-on-2001-e4/19541 "2020-10-30T18:57:03Z")
Rear will require a little adjustment to put the fenders back on… Tires are 195/50-16. I am glad I had to remove the rear fenders as I discovered this: The lower shock bolt is keeping it together. Going to have to d… --- ## [Battery Capacity Voltage Monitor Gauge To See Battery Levels](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-capacity-voltage-monitor-gauge-to-see-battery-levels/20168)
**Author:** [@newroad1-gmail.com](https://community.electricforum.com/u/newroad1-gmail.com)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2020, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-capacity-voltage-monitor-gauge-to-see-battery-levels/20168 "2020-10-30T15:40:19Z")
We recently purchased a 2000 GEM (2 Seater) and my wife has a hard time reading the battery % on the GEM monitor. I purchased a Battery Capacity Voltage Monitor Gauge from Amazon and was wondering what is the best place… --- ## [2013 E2 factory charger with DC-DC charger issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2013-e2-factory-charger-with-dc-dc-charger-issue/20050)
**Author:** [@chewy65](https://community.electricforum.com/u/chewy65)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2020, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2013-e2-factory-charger-with-dc-dc-charger-issue/20050 "2020-10-29T18:11:22Z")
I am working on a 2013 GEM E2 and the factory DeltaQ charger failed. At some point the previous owner had another DeltaQ installed under the seat but it does not have DC-DC converter and the original charger remained fo… --- ## [Posted toe adjustment confusion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/posted-toe-adjustment-confusion/20161)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2020, 1:45am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/posted-toe-adjustment-confusion/20161 "2020-10-29T01:45:40Z")
I’ve read rodneys method of checking the toe in with a 2x4 about 20 times and still don’t fully understand it. Somehow what to do with the board escapes me. Am I putting the 2’” piece long ways on the floor and sort of … --- ## [09 e2 what batteries?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/09-e2-what-batteries/20117)
**Author:** [@Genesimmons](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Genesimmons)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/09-e2-what-batteries/20117 "2020-10-27T21:34:12Z")
in another thread i was asking about batteries that was before i bought it. now that i have it. it has 9 8volt lead acid i think anyway they had used blocks of wood to hold batteries in place so that lead me to bleave t… --- ## [2014 e2: New Motor Controller Installed: Turtle-Temp-Wrench Icons Flashing](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2014-e2-new-motor-controller-installed-turtle-temp-wrench-icons-flashing/12606)
**Author:** [@harva01](https://community.electricforum.com/u/harva01)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 11:54am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2014-e2-new-motor-controller-installed-turtle-temp-wrench-icons-flashing/12606 "2020-10-27T11:54:36Z")
Installed a new motor and Temp-Turtle-Wrench Icons are all flashing along with R-DL-DH icons simultaneously. Any ideas or hints would be appreciated. --- ## [Just Bought 3 GEMs](https://community.electricforum.com/t/just-bought-3-gems/16931)
**Author:** [@Billg501](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Billg501)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2020, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/just-bought-3-gems/16931 "2020-10-26T13:16:15Z")
Hello all. I’ve reading your posts for about six weeks and trying to absorb some of the knowledge that’s here. This is my first post but I’m sure I’ll be asking lots of questions going forward. I bought three 2002 GEMs … --- ## [2002 Gem e825 re-programming from gel to flooded batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-e825-re-programming-from-gel-to-flooded-batteries/20102)
**Author:** [@JohnGresham](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JohnGresham)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2020, 4:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-e825-re-programming-from-gel-to-flooded-batteries/20102 "2020-10-23T04:06:27Z")
I’m reprogramming from gel to flooded batteries. Is there instructions for doing this? --- ## [2016 GEM E2 Power Issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-e2-power-issues/20080)
**Author:** [@outboarddude](https://community.electricforum.com/u/outboarddude)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2020, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-e2-power-issues/20080 "2020-10-22T21:50:52Z")
Having issues with newly purchased 16 GEM E2 AGM Batteries appear original. GEM has under 200 miles on it. Gets up to 10-15mph if you go over that it studders and sometimes shuts off. Release gas the solenoid clicks b… --- ## [Aftermarket Wheels and tires for 2019](https://community.electricforum.com/t/aftermarket-wheels-and-tires-for-2019/20072)
**Author:** [@Motomaster](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Motomaster)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/aftermarket-wheels-and-tires-for-2019/20072 "2020-10-17T22:25:56Z")
Anyone know any aftermarket wheels and tires for 2019 gem e2 --- ## [Changed EVERYTHING,,, Need some advice](https://community.electricforum.com/t/changed-everything-need-some-advice/20028)
**Author:** [@ApacheshoresGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ApacheshoresGEM)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2020, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/changed-everything-need-some-advice/20028 "2020-10-14T23:46:40Z")
NEW R4FUN Motor, New R4Fun controller, New 72-12 converter, new PSDM and relativly new batteries… Installed everything tonight and \>\>\>\>\> I did a down the street and back run (100yards max) and it was badly lacking power… --- ## [2006 GEM E4 Code 04](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-gem-e4-code-04/20066)
**Author:** [@Mustang2020](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Mustang2020)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2020, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2006-gem-e4-code-04/20066 "2020-10-14T23:15:33Z")
Need help from the group on an old and heavily discussed error code 04 on the 2006 E4 GEM Model 825. When the Brakes are down I get zero volts on green wire and 3.1 volts on green and white wire. When brakes are up I ge… --- ## [2002 Gem e825 2 seats- switching from Gel to AMG Batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-e825-2-seats-switching-from-gel-to-amg-batteries/20052)
**Author:** [@JohnGresham](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JohnGresham)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2020, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-e825-2-seats-switching-from-gel-to-amg-batteries/20052 "2020-10-13T18:23:39Z")
I have a 2002 Gem e825 2 seats and I just purchased AMG batteries to replace the gel batteries. How do I switch the charger setting from gel to AMG? --- ## [Li-Ion GEM Winterization / Cold Storage](https://community.electricforum.com/t/li-ion-gem-winterization-cold-storage/19991)
**Author:** [@Democreous](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Democreous)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 12:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/li-ion-gem-winterization-cold-storage/19991 "2020-10-12T12:13:11Z")
Greetings! This is my first post here. I’m a proud new owner of a 2021 GEM 8.9 kwh Li-Ion, and while I’ve seen loads on Li-Ion conversions, I haven’t seen much on (OEM) Li-ion storage in these forums. Much of the GEM li… --- ## [An Update from the Guy Who Bought 11 GEMS](https://community.electricforum.com/t/an-update-from-the-guy-who-bought-11-gems/19939)
**Author:** [@hunter](https://community.electricforum.com/u/hunter)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/an-update-from-the-guy-who-bought-11-gems/19939 "2020-10-11T19:51:24Z")
Two of the 11 now run, drive, and stop! Both have minor electrical gremlins that seem to stem from the DC-DC converter boards, but I’m working with a local Polaris dealer to get the recall taken care of shortly. The on… --- ## [2002 E 325 Short Back Error Code 217](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e-325-short-back-error-code-217/20024)
**Author:** [@luckyduck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/luckyduck)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e-325-short-back-error-code-217/20024 "2020-10-11T14:10:25Z")
My emergency brake will not hold. Ever since then Unit will not run. Showing 217 error code? --- ## [Legacy Gem a.c. motor stories :)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/legacy-gem-a-c-motor-stories/20039)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 11:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/legacy-gem-a-c-motor-stories/20039 "2020-10-11T11:15:13Z")
Plan to move general conversation and humorous posts from “success stories” to here. If possible. --- ## [Horrible camber](https://community.electricforum.com/t/horrible-camber/20022)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:44am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/horrible-camber/20022 "2020-10-11T01:44:58Z")
I’ve been having this slow speed rhythmic sort of grind that occurs in direct relation to the tire speed. Doesnt happen under acceleration and not break system. Just changed all bearings. Just screwing around lifted up… --- ## [After market shocks](https://community.electricforum.com/t/after-market-shocks/20032)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:43am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/after-market-shocks/20032 "2020-10-11T01:43:03Z")
The bushings on my shocks are gone, need new bushings or shocks. A on line search brought up the after market NEV adjustable ones. Did a forum search and found some postings from Grant. I think he found them to soft fo… --- ## [Spindle castle nut](https://community.electricforum.com/t/spindle-castle-nut/20018)
**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/spindle-castle-nut/20018 "2020-10-10T18:23:41Z")
How tight should this be? Thanks --- ## [2000 GEM E825 won't go after front brakes replaced](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-gem-e825-wont-go-after-front-brakes-replaced/3174)
**Author:** [@RJOL](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RJOL)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-gem-e825-wont-go-after-front-brakes-replaced/3174 "2020-10-10T14:17:41Z")
I replaced the front brake shoes on my 2000 GEM, bled the brake lines & now it doesn't have power to the motor. The contractor does not engage, all 12 volt systems work & it has power on the 72 volt side to main fuse un… --- ## [Four 24v Tesla Batteries to replace AGM Distance Batteries?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/four-24v-tesla-batteries-to-replace-agm-distance-batteries/18954)
**Author:** [@Bullochman](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bullochman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/four-24v-tesla-batteries-to-replace-agm-distance-batteries/18954 "2020-10-10T13:55:32Z")
I’m considering about investing in FOUR 24V Tesla Batteries Salvaged from a 2018 Model S. Is it possible to connect them all in parallel and in series in a balanced way, or would you guys still recommend the Chevy Bolt … --- ## [Noise in gem car drive train](https://community.electricforum.com/t/noise-in-gem-car-drive-train/19963)
**Author:** [@Dash](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dash)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2020, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/noise-in-gem-car-drive-train/19963 "2020-10-09T19:41:52Z")
2002 Gem car, when I take my foot off of the accelerator pedal there is like a rattle sound. Maybe like a gear rattle.can someone tell me what may cause that --- ## [New GEM Shopping Advice, Options/Batts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-shopping-advice-options-batts/20001)
**Author:** [@R7000](https://community.electricforum.com/u/R7000)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2020, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-shopping-advice-options-batts/20001 "2020-10-07T15:30:37Z")
Hello all, total NOOB here. Never owned a EV but my neighborhood is well suited to it so thinking of buying a new GEM E2. There is a dealer in my town. Q: what are the options that are must have, and the options to av… --- ## [“Crazy Time” car sellers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/crazy-time-car-sellers/15138)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2020, 4:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/crazy-time-car-sellers/15138 "2020-10-07T04:17:58Z")
I wanted to have a place to post Add’s that I find from time to time with people selling Gems that are what I consider Crazy Time or Overpriced cars. Example below. $4500 for a 99 E2. With old battery’s!!! Wow good lu… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=53) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=55)