# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=64 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 65 --- ## [Need new batteries for a 2009 GEM4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-new-batteries-for-a-2009-gem4/18096)
**Author:** [@Clarke](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Clarke)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2020, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-new-batteries-for-a-2009-gem4/18096 "2020-04-12T23:50:42Z")
Need new batteries for a 2009 GEM4. What is the best bang for my money? --- ## [2011 e6 going 82 then 81](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2011-e6-going-82-then-81/18515)
**Author:** [@Monkeyron](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Monkeyron)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2020, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2011-e6-going-82-then-81/18515 "2020-04-12T20:49:52Z")
I just bought this in the prior owner had tried getting the controller rebuilt and found a couple of cracked wires on the motor. But the motor would still go 82 then 81. I went to check the tach sensor and found it was m… --- ## [Battery discharge indicator question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-discharge-indicator-question/18407)
**Author:** [@IRBGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/IRBGEM)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2020, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-discharge-indicator-question/18407 "2020-04-12T18:07:15Z")
Typically I charge my batteries (6mos old 31s) after every drive. I have noticed something that hopefully someone here can help me understand. I just drove 3.6 miles and the indicator was down to showing 84%. I got home… --- ## [50% Off GEM Factory OEM 72/12 Volt Converter New!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/50-off-gem-factory-oem-72-12-volt-converter-new/17680)
**Author:** [@Rich\_Brassner](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rich_Brassner)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2020, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/50-off-gem-factory-oem-72-12-volt-converter-new/17680 "2020-04-11T22:21:36Z")
I am a distributor that exclusivly sells to Polaris and other GEM service repair SummaryThis text will be hidden facilities the Shure Power 72 12 Volt Powwr Converters. Retails $750. Min. GEM. Forum folks pays my whole… --- ## [Pricing for 2014 E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/pricing-for-2014-e4/18500)
**Author:** [@PascagoulaBeach](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PascagoulaBeach)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2020, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/pricing-for-2014-e4/18500 "2020-04-10T13:02:04Z")
I have a 2014 E4 with 3,500 miles, trunkback, and gel batteries. It has some minor cosmetic issues (searches and a broken hub cap). My family is growing and I will be upsizing to an E6. I have a friend that has been as… --- ## [What delta q algorithm](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-delta-q-algorithm/18491)
**Author:** [@Slackerme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Slackerme)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2020, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-delta-q-algorithm/18491 "2020-04-08T15:30:58Z")
Hi guys 2011 Gem e4 Bought in July And guy put brand new batteries in it. It runs perfectly fine but I noticed even when it’s low on charge it only takes like three or four hours to fully charge. I was poking around … --- ## [Error codes# 6 + 49](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-codes-6-49/18339)
**Author:** [@HLF](https://community.electricforum.com/u/HLF)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2020, 2:51am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/error-codes-6-49/18339 "2020-04-08T02:51:43Z")
Newbie here? I bought 2009 E2 with 12,00 miles in Nov 19. I have all three lights flashings (R-DL-DH) and no click from contactor going forward with error code #6. When I go to Rev lights only show R, beeping and I get c… --- ## [2008 Gem speed issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2008-gem-speed-issue/18467)
**Author:** [@Leobit](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Leobit)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2020, 1:31am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2008-gem-speed-issue/18467 "2020-04-08T01:31:34Z")
My 2008 E2 all of a sudden will not go over 18mph. When it sits for a bit then I go to use it it will go only 14 then after a mile it creeps up to 18. This did this once before but eventually would reach 22. Not now. Bat… --- ## [Thread size of lug nuts](https://community.electricforum.com/t/thread-size-of-lug-nuts/3784)
**Author:** [@DMax](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DMax)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2020, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/thread-size-of-lug-nuts/3784 "2020-04-06T23:41:28Z")
I putting on new wheels and want to get chrome lug nuts. Anyone know the thread size of the lug nuts ? Believe they are a mm size ? For a 2008 E4 Gem. --- ## [2016 Gem ride4fun speed kit 2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-ride4fun-speed-kit-2/18281)
**Author:** [@Glendoveer1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Glendoveer1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2020, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-gem-ride4fun-speed-kit-2/18281 "2020-04-05T21:54:14Z")
I have a 2016 E2 and am thinking of upgrading the speed. Has anyone installed the ride4fun speed kit 2? If so, what do you think of the upgrade? Was it relatively easy to install? Did you also install the whine reduc… --- ## [Rubber motor bumper](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rubber-motor-bumper/16734)
**Author:** [@Derrick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Derrick)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2020, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rubber-motor-bumper/16734 "2020-04-05T16:25:46Z")
I’m in need of a rubber bumper that goes in between the motor and input shaft. I know there’s a few posts about where to get them from but it seems like everyone is unhappy with what they ended up with (too thin/thick, w… --- ## [Looking for more speed on over size tires](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-more-speed-on-over-size-tires/18257)
**Author:** [@BigT](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BigT)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2020, 12:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-more-speed-on-over-size-tires/18257 "2020-04-04T12:16:28Z")
New here ! I have a 2005 Gem E4. Just bought. Put new shocks, tires(Dura Scorchers 22x11x12) & rims. Raise back fender. Everything fits great. Ordered the R4F motor. No reprogramming controller per R4F for a 2005. Sup… --- ## [Hi. Im designing a new elec transportation. Survey ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hi-im-designing-a-new-elec-transportation-survey/13315)
**Author:** [@Leah\_Lee](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Leah_Lee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2020, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hi-im-designing-a-new-elec-transportation-survey/13315 "2020-04-03T19:25:02Z")
Hi Everyone :slight\_smile: I currently study in BFA Industrial design and for my senior project, I am re-designing a new electric transportation and environment system. It will be a great help if I can get some feedbac… --- ## [Tire Wear](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tire-wear/6178)
**Author:** [@Firemickey](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Firemickey)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2020, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tire-wear/6178 "2020-04-03T17:29:10Z")
Hi All, Both of my front tires are wearing very uneven on my 2002 e825. The outside of the tire is wearing extremely fast compared to inside (see pic). Has anyone ever experienced this and is there a way to fix it. I ha… --- ## [Headlights keep blowing the fuse](https://community.electricforum.com/t/headlights-keep-blowing-the-fuse/15806)
**Author:** [@Captkaos](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Captkaos)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2020, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/headlights-keep-blowing-the-fuse/15806 "2020-04-03T17:02:55Z")
I keep blowing the 10 amp fuse under the hood for headlights. Traced it back to the controller. The switch under steering wheel has a white with red stripe for 12 volt power. Other is purple with blue stripe. I think I … --- ## [Trojan Hydrolink system?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trojan-hydrolink-system/15617)
**Author:** [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2020, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trojan-hydrolink-system/15617 "2020-04-02T15:27:06Z")
I’m wondering if anyone has experience with the Trojan Hydrolink watering system. I have a recently acquired 2002 e825. The installed Trojan 30XHS batteries are at about the end of their life, partially due to being l… --- ## [2 speed Electric motor wiring](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2-speed-electric-motor-wiring/18440)
**Author:** [@Hfmanifold](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Hfmanifold)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2020, 2:04am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2-speed-electric-motor-wiring/18440 "2020-04-02T02:04:33Z")
Hello. I have a two speed electric motor that I am wiring on a SPDT switch. Before I finished everything I check continuity between the two side and they are connected. So I traced it back to the motor and when I check … --- ## [Motor coupler for 2002 Gem car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-coupler-for-2002-gem-car/18388)
**Author:** [@Kdel](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Kdel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-coupler-for-2002-gem-car/18388 "2020-04-01T19:37:52Z")
I have a 2002 e825 Gem car that needs a new motor coupler. It’s 19 spline and has the original GE motor. Any ideas on where I can buy one? --- ## [Cart won't turn display on ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cart-wont-turn-display-on/18434)
**Author:** [@Pete959](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Pete959)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cart-wont-turn-display-on/18434 "2020-04-01T18:02:55Z")
Ok here is what I got. 2015 e6 turn key switch 8 out of 10 times it works as it should. So I recommended replacing switch replaced everything seemed fine cart comes back a week later same issue but now sometimes the disp… --- ## [Lithium. Only for the electrical Guru’s?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lithium-only-for-the-electrical-guru-s/18346)
**Author:** [@Dragcar](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dragcar)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lithium-only-for-the-electrical-guru-s/18346 "2020-04-01T16:38:30Z")
Hi there. I’ve had my gem for around 3 years now and love it. The batteries I bought it with were on their way out. I bought a new set of FLA’s about 18 months ago and they are starting to go weak again. I started losing… --- ## [Gem Car front brake pads Left & Right](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-front-brake-pads-left-right/18381)
**Author:** [@Wcolby](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Wcolby)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2020, 8:30am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-front-brake-pads-left-right/18381 "2020-04-01T08:30:02Z")
I decided to change the leaking front brake wheel cylinders & worn pads. Cylinders changed out well. The new pads are my problem. I can’t get the new pads to collapse enough to put the drum back on. Looking into it I… --- ## [Storage near @Grant in ca](https://community.electricforum.com/t/storage-near-grant-in-ca/18398)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 5:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/storage-near-grant-in-ca/18398 "2020-03-31T17:56:48Z")
I’m trying to arrange shipping for a couple gems from .ca to mn. Need a backup plan to store them a week or two, if i have shipping issues. Anyone near @grantwest ? --- ## [GEM Modifications/Upgrades](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-modifications-upgrades/1476)
**Author:** [@Vindikacione](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Vindikacione)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-modifications-upgrades/1476 "2020-03-31T16:27:20Z")
Hi Everyone! I own a four-seater 2002 GEM with the 2006 electronics upgrade. Its my daily driver and I already posted 500 miles on it in a month's time. So far I've done the following to it: 1) Installed Hazard Light… --- ## [Need Rack and pinion 2003 GEM 4 seater](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-rack-and-pinion-2003-gem-4-seater/13284)
**Author:** [@Tysoo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Tysoo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 2:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-rack-and-pinion-2003-gem-4-seater/13284 "2020-03-31T02:06:18Z")
Just bought a 2003 GEM that needs the steering rack replaced. If anyone has one available that can ship to California that would be great. Thank you --- ## [T5 Controller Parts Availability](https://community.electricforum.com/t/t5-controller-parts-availability/18393)
**Author:** [@decibels5](https://community.electricforum.com/u/decibels5)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2020, 12:20am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/t5-controller-parts-availability/18393 "2020-03-31T00:20:22Z")
Good Evening, I have what seems to be a common Code 66. Failed Mosfets for Forward and Reverse. Is it possible to purchase the whole card or do I have to sharpen up my soldering skills? Any help is appreciated. I di… --- ## [Blown Engine know any good Gem Mechanics in AZ?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/blown-engine-know-any-good-gem-mechanics-in-az/18403)
**Author:** [@dgatz60](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dgatz60)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/blown-engine-know-any-good-gem-mechanics-in-az/18403 "2020-03-30T13:54:42Z")
New to Gems and forum. Turned a corner and in acceleration the car began thumping and would not gain power. Towed home and the motor was hot. Any suggestions, as my initial feeling was motor blown. This is a 2002 825 wi… --- ## [RZR seats in GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rzr-seats-in-gem/18386)
**Author:** [@ryan380golf](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ryan380golf)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2020, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rzr-seats-in-gem/18386 "2020-03-27T17:16:14Z")
Anyone have any tips on installing RZR seats in a GEM? See attached pic. Looks like a simply bolt in for the front seats. --- ## [Mystery wires on 08 ELXD](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mystery-wires-on-08-elxd/18371)
**Author:** [@Derrick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Derrick)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2020, 4:45am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mystery-wires-on-08-elxd/18371 "2020-03-27T04:45:34Z")
I have a few extra wires that aren’t connected to anything and I’d like to know what they go to. I believe that one of them became disconnected when I pulled the batteries to check the water levels but I don’t want to ra… --- ## [Negative camber and motor upgrade](https://community.electricforum.com/t/negative-camber-and-motor-upgrade/14100)
**Author:** [@PWC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PWC)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2020, 12:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/negative-camber-and-motor-upgrade/14100 "2020-03-27T00:17:37Z")
I am the third owner of a 2002 E85 2 seater and am in a first timer rebuild process. So far I have done the following: New flooded batteries changed differential oil new disc breaks on front - added wheel spacers upgr… --- ## [Replacing suspension bushings on 2002](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replacing-suspension-bushings-on-2002/18173)
**Author:** [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2020, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/replacing-suspension-bushings-on-2002/18173 "2020-03-26T15:54:24Z")
I have to replace the suspension bushings on my '02, for anyone who has done this before, how big a press am I going to need? Will a small 6-ton bench top work, or do I need to go hunt down a larger frame? Or, can I ju… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=63) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=65)