# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=57 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 58 --- ## [Wanting to buy 2014 or 2015 Gem e4’s in Mid Atlantic area](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wanting-to-buy-2014-or-2015-gem-e4-s-in-mid-atlantic-area/19688)
**Author:** [@Lseay29](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Lseay29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2020, 4:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wanting-to-buy-2014-or-2015-gem-e4-s-in-mid-atlantic-area/19688 "2020-08-21T16:31:18Z")
Looking to buy several Gem e4’s 2014 or 2015 models in the Mid Atlantic region. Please Email lennieseay@gmail.com with VIN, mileage, location and price. --- ## [2005 GEM E2 Lithium Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-e2-lithium-conversion/16607)
**Author:** [@N8Bro](https://community.electricforum.com/u/N8Bro)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2020, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-e2-lithium-conversion/16607 "2020-08-19T17:07:29Z")
Hello all, I have purchased a 2005 e2 and it’s in need of batteries. I’ve been reading a lot of good post here about converting to lithium so that’s the route I’m taking. Here’s the specs: Charger: Quick Charge, model… --- ## [Parking brake hard to disengage and sounds like brakes rubbing](https://community.electricforum.com/t/parking-brake-hard-to-disengage-and-sounds-like-brakes-rubbing/19658)
**Author:** [@Gemlouisiana](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Gemlouisiana)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2020, 1:53am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/parking-brake-hard-to-disengage-and-sounds-like-brakes-rubbing/19658 "2020-08-19T01:53:45Z")
My parking brake is very hard to disengage. Looks like the light will stay on. I can hear brakes rubbing. Mileage is way down and it quickly goes to turtle mode. --- ## [Stiff Suspension On the E825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stiff-suspension-on-the-e825/19653)
**Author:** [@GeorgeJetson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GeorgeJetson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2020, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stiff-suspension-on-the-e825/19653 "2020-08-16T22:32:30Z")
I have an E825. Anyone know how to make It have softer suspension? I noticed that GEM’s only have shock absorbers. We use it primarily on hard surface. Man, its killing my back. --- ## [02 e825 Twelve volt system drops out](https://community.electricforum.com/t/02-e825-twelve-volt-system-drops-out/19652)
**Author:** [@lvassar](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lvassar)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2020, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/02-e825-twelve-volt-system-drops-out/19652 "2020-08-16T19:25:42Z")
Signals, wipers, horn lights will work for about 30 seconds then are gone. shut the car off wait 5 minutes same thing. Is this the Dc-Dc converter that converts to 12 volt? Thanks. --- ## [2015 e6 Motor Arching](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-e6-motor-arching/13620)
**Author:** [@earami](https://community.electricforum.com/u/earami)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2020, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-e6-motor-arching/13620 "2020-08-14T21:10:55Z")
My motor arcs after I turn it off. I see the arc from the shroud. --- ## [New gem 12.3 top speed tire size 21 vs 24 inch](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-12-3-top-speed-tire-size-21-vs-24-inch/19611)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2020, 3:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-12-3-top-speed-tire-size-21-vs-24-inch/19611 "2020-08-13T03:06:15Z")
I have updated my interactive “Tire Size vs Rpm” spreadsheet to include 12.3 and 17.3 gearboxes. Example: On 2016 and up, 12.3 with standard 21 inch tires gives about 34MPH at motor cut off of about 6800/6900 RPM Wit… --- ## [Check Rear Suspension Frame on '98 - '02 GEMS](https://community.electricforum.com/t/check-rear-suspension-frame-on-98-02-gems/17421)
**Author:** [@Billg501](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Billg501)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2020, 1:11am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/check-rear-suspension-frame-on-98-02-gems/17421 "2020-08-12T01:11:00Z")
I’m parting out a 2002 E825 4-passenger car. When I disassembled the rear suspension frame, I noticed that two welds were completely broken loose. See photo below. This could be dangerous, so please check these welds on … --- ## [2017 35 mph install video](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-35-mph-install-video/17707)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2020, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-35-mph-install-video/17707 "2020-08-11T22:25:27Z")
I apologize in advance this the video is 15 mins long, BUT I did video the complete process including testing of all 3 different configurations. Stock, vs 12:35 Gears VS 12:35 with vibration Mounts. --- ## [Gem car problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-problem/19576)
**Author:** [@McMcunningham12](https://community.electricforum.com/u/McMcunningham12)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2020, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-problem/19576 "2020-08-11T15:54:00Z")
When I first turn on gem car it bucks and jerks like loss of power for 10 seconds than runs fine the whole ride. Does this on start every time. Could it be the potentiometer ? Weird that it fixes itself 2004 Ride for… --- ## [EPAS Fault 2020 e2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/epas-fault-2020-e2/19609)
**Author:** [@doogie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/doogie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2020, 12:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/epas-fault-2020-e2/19609 "2020-08-11T12:17:46Z")
Got an “EPAS Fault” message on my 2020 e2. I’m guessing it’s related to the Electronic Power Assisted Steering - but not sure? Just upgraded to 12:3 tranny and wanted to confirm the fault was not in any way associated wi… --- ## [2016 Gem Factory BMS](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-factory-bms/19467)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2020, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-factory-bms/19467 "2020-08-10T14:32:57Z")
Hey I thought I would share some info and Ask a Question, First I will start with asking a question We have 2" 2017 Gems. car #1 Had the 4 12v Battery’s linked together for a 48v system car #2 Had the 6 8v Battery’s li… --- ## [A little fresh air(shocks) never hurt anybody](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-little-fresh-air-shocks-never-hurt-anybody/14486)
**Author:** [@diymatt](https://community.electricforum.com/u/diymatt)\ **Replies:** 152\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2020, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-little-fresh-air-shocks-never-hurt-anybody/14486 "2020-08-10T14:10:48Z")
Hello you old ass GoldWing shocks. How did you get here? I cleaned them up a lot and clear coated them. Hopefully the gaskets aren’t shot but I won’t know until I bolt them up and add the air lines. For $70 shipped i… --- ## [SoCal 2000 4 Seater AC Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/socal-2000-4-seater-ac-conversion/19122)
**Author:** [@Erniea15](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Erniea15)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 4:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/socal-2000-4-seater-ac-conversion/19122 "2020-08-08T16:41:40Z")
After reading all the exciting posts about the A/C conversions folks have been doing and the reports of enhanced performance, I’ve decided to take the plunge myself! Over the past few weeks, I’ve been accumulating parts… --- ## [Gel batteries question?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gel-batteries-question/19596)
**Author:** [@Gerald](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Gerald)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2020, 2:18am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gel-batteries-question/19596 "2020-08-10T02:18:40Z")
New set of Gel’s last year, 6 Deka 8g31 Dominators, for my 2005 E2. Work great until down between 3 & 4 bars, probably around 65% or so. Then I lose power and speed gradually, eventually not even making it up a small in… --- ## [Is anybody able to repair accelerator pedal, part# 0148-01000 for a 2006 E4 gem?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-anybody-able-to-repair-accelerator-pedal-part-0148-01000-for-a-2006-e4-gem/19518)
**Author:** [@New2Gem](https://community.electricforum.com/u/New2Gem)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2020, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-anybody-able-to-repair-accelerator-pedal-part-0148-01000-for-a-2006-e4-gem/19518 "2020-08-09T15:47:05Z")
Is anybody able to repair accelerator pedal, part# 0148-01000 for a 2006 E4 gem? --- ## [Speed sensor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/speed-sensor/4370)
**Author:** [@JoeB](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JoeB)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/speed-sensor/4370 "2020-08-08T14:51:58Z")
Has any one replaced the magnet on the end of the motor for the speed sensor ?It can only go on one of two ways and I am not sure which.This is on a 2008 Gem car EL. Thanks JoeB --- ## [How to charge a gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-to-charge-a-gem/19567)
**Author:** [@Bitty](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bitty)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-to-charge-a-gem/19567 "2020-08-08T14:06:21Z")
I’m new to the gem car world I have a 2003 e825 and my question is. When plugging it in to charge it do I turn the disconnect switch off, or leave the battery switch on? And do I leave it plugged in all the time, or ju… --- ## [E6 Tire Size Options](https://community.electricforum.com/t/e6-tire-size-options/17009)
**Author:** [@cbepps](https://community.electricforum.com/u/cbepps)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 12:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/e6-tire-size-options/17009 "2020-08-05T00:19:40Z")
What is your experience with adjusting and increasing tire size on the E6 without adding a lift or adjusting the height of the rear spat or front fenders? I’ve got the 13" 5 lug tires on it and am looking at options to … --- ## [2007 ES Golf Cart - Gear Box Seal/Service Manual](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-es-golf-cart-gear-box-seal-service-manual/19557)
**Author:** [@oldlovenewlove](https://community.electricforum.com/u/oldlovenewlove)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 4:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2007-es-golf-cart-gear-box-seal-service-manual/19557 "2020-08-04T04:24:53Z")
Hey all, I’m trying to find a replacement part for the cart mentioned in the title. The seal to the gearbox on the passenger side to be specific(where the axle spline enters). Haven’t found one any where. Any ideas on w… --- ## [Prototype GEM on the friends helping friends FB group](https://community.electricforum.com/t/prototype-gem-on-the-friends-helping-friends-fb-group/19546)
**Author:** [@diymatt](https://community.electricforum.com/u/diymatt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2020, 12:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/prototype-gem-on-the-friends-helping-friends-fb-group/19546 "2020-08-03T12:26:11Z")
I’m not sure if this dude is on this forum or not, but he posted about a 0000001 VIN GEM. According to him it’s a prototype. Pretty cool. Must be a monster to get parts that fit and or work. --- ## [Need magic magnet for 2008](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-magic-magnet-for-2008/17011)
**Author:** [@Finnelly](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Finnelly)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-magic-magnet-for-2008/17011 "2020-08-02T22:18:35Z")
Hello everyone, I just picked up a 2008 ES at a government auction and would like more speed. I can’t locate a mm online and was wondering if anyone has the link or contact info? Thanks, Dan --- ## [Still having issues, need suggestions, help or Im going to sell it](https://community.electricforum.com/t/still-having-issues-need-suggestions-help-or-im-going-to-sell-it/19532)
**Author:** [@ApacheshoresGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ApacheshoresGEM)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/still-having-issues-need-suggestions-help-or-im-going-to-sell-it/19532 "2020-08-01T18:23:17Z")
New R4F motor, new R4F controller, New contractor, new batteries. Turn on key in ignition, gauge shows 1 red bar, test with amp meter 74.2V at BMS all batteries are new and good. Drive for a mile or so in our neighborh… --- ## [Error code E 222.8](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-e-222-8/19534)
**Author:** [@u096127](https://community.electricforum.com/u/u096127)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-code-e-222-8/19534 "2020-08-01T18:16:29Z")
I need help please. 2012 e6 gem owner. When I plug it in to charge, it says E 222.8 and evenn though the battery bars appear to charge… it does not charge. Tried the gem website and manual but have not been able to find … --- ## [Oil leak between motor](https://community.electricforum.com/t/oil-leak-between-motor/19339)
**Author:** [@ca6772738758](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ca6772738758)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2020, 12:43am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/oil-leak-between-motor/19339 "2020-07-31T00:43:53Z")
Getting a little oil between motor and gearbox I purchased new seal but need to know if you a silicone as well ??? --- ## [Need for Speed for 2006 GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-for-speed-for-2006-gem/19516)
**Author:** [@Red1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Red1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-for-speed-for-2006-gem/19516 "2020-07-29T23:10:19Z")
Hello fellow GEM car folks ! Just bought my first GEM, 2006, looking to pick up 7 - 10 MPH if possible. Can this be done w/ a Speed Control Module? Trying to talk w/ the gentleman from Ride 4 Fun but It’s a bit challen… --- ## [2013 E4 temp warning](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2013-e4-temp-warning/12200)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2013-e4-temp-warning/12200 "2020-07-28T13:56:59Z")
I have never had our car Overheat. The temp light on the dash came on and the car was in reduced speed. When I got home I checked the motor with a temp gauge it was 208. Seems hot. I could smell it as well,any Ideas --- ## [Scientific Pioneer needed to test new high performance Lithium pack . At tester pricing](https://community.electricforum.com/t/scientific-pioneer-needed-to-test-new-high-performance-lithium-pack-at-tester-pricing/19242)
**Author:** [@LithiumGods](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LithiumGods)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 2:46am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/scientific-pioneer-needed-to-test-new-high-performance-lithium-pack-at-tester-pricing/19242 "2020-07-28T02:46:52Z")
I am putting together a new performance lithium pack . Almost done with the mods but don’t have a gem that I can test in . My personal Gem has The extended range lithium pack in it now and it would be way to difficult to… --- ## [Hesitation and Bucking from my 2000 e825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hesitation-and-bucking-from-my-2000-e825/19497)
**Author:** [@Eddie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Eddie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2020, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hesitation-and-bucking-from-my-2000-e825/19497 "2020-07-27T19:41:56Z")
I have a 2000 e825 that has been having consistent issues. It was rebuilt in 2014 and has mostly “new” parts. The cart does not engage every time when you step on the gas, nd will buck and fail, then again. I tested t… --- ## [2015 Gem e6 Hills/ inclines](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-e6-hills-inclines/19494)
**Author:** [@Nwadie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Nwadie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2020, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2015-gem-e6-hills-inclines/19494 "2020-07-27T16:52:37Z")
Hi, I’m a newbie to the Forum and GEM. So any help would be appreciated. I’m considering buying 2015 Gem e6. I live in the Austin Texas area and my neighborhood is hilly and has some big inclines and was wondering if t… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=56) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=58)