# GEM Forum

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## [GE Sentry MDB File](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ge-sentry-mdb-file/16324)

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**Author:** [@2002](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2002)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2019, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ge-sentry-mdb-file/16324 "2019-06-16T18:29:22Z")

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Back working on my GEM again and noticed when I was looking for the password for GE Sentry to program it I probably installed the T2 mdb file originally though I have a T1 controller. Anyone have the T1 mdb file for Sen…

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## [Testing PSDM from 2009 e4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/testing-psdm-from-2009-e4/16322)

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**Author:** [@in4ni](https://community.electricforum.com/u/in4ni)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2019, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/testing-psdm-from-2009-e4/16322 "2019-06-16T16:50:59Z")

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I am 90% Sure i have a bad PSDM, Im looking for someone willing to confrim / Test my PDSM in their GEM car, it is out of a 2009 e4 part number 0606-00436. If anyone is willing please contact me Thank you

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## [Motor or transaxle squeal](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-or-transaxle-squeal/16304)

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**Author:** [@smek48](https://community.electricforum.com/u/smek48)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 14, 2019, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-or-transaxle-squeal/16304 "2019-06-14T21:01:17Z")

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I have a high pitch squeal coming from the front of my 2002 gem. Tried replaced trans oil with gear lube made no diff. Tried putting S T P in it same noise. back to 30W. could it be the motor?

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## [Repairing holes in spat](https://community.electricforum.com/t/repairing-holes-in-spat/16280)

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**Author:** [@PMDEE](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PMDEE)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 14, 2019, 12:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/repairing-holes-in-spat/16280 "2019-06-14T12:18:22Z")

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The spat on the 02 E825 that I recently bought has holes broken through where it attached to the mounts in front of the rear tires. My hope is to repair the holes using fiberglass repair or plastic welding but unsure of …

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## [Anyone need a T1 controller?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anyone-need-a-t1-controller/16097)

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**Author:** [@Erniea15](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Erniea15)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [June 13, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anyone-need-a-t1-controller/16097 "2019-06-13T19:43:49Z")

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Does anyone have a use for a T1 controller? I pulled this out of my 2000 4 seater. Working when I pulled it out of the car. In full disclosure, it did overheat on me once in the summer climbing a big hill. Believe it…

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## [1999 E4 with bad Coil over shock bushings. Replace entire shock or just bushings](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-e4-with-bad-coil-over-shock-bushings-replace-entire-shock-or-just-bushings/12564)

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**Author:** [@mski](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mski)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 12, 2019, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-e4-with-bad-coil-over-shock-bushings-replace-entire-shock-or-just-bushings/12564 "2019-06-12T15:31:18Z")

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I have 1999 E4 (4 passenger) with ugly coil over shock bushings. The shocks themselves LOOK good but I doubt anyone had changed them out, so I expect them to be original. I'm not sure if I should replace them for ~$100+ …

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## [Magic Magnet on a stock '02](https://community.electricforum.com/t/magic-magnet-on-a-stock-02/16190)

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**Author:** [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [June 11, 2019, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/magic-magnet-on-a-stock-02/16190 "2019-06-11T20:13:23Z")

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A bit over a week ago I got in touch with Dave @Inwo about upping performance on my GEM and after me initially trying to order the wrong part or too many parts because people write their posts differently and some are ea…

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## [72V GEM blinking red indicator](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72v-gem-blinking-red-indicator/16017)

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**Author:** [@djohnk](https://community.electricforum.com/u/djohnk)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 10, 2019, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72v-gem-blinking-red-indicator/16017 "2019-06-10T16:23:21Z")

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I changed out 3 of my Trojan 1275’s this spring. When charging I get a blinking red indicator. I checked individual battery voltage during charge and one battery (a new one) is significantly higher at over 15V the othe…

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## [Ride 4 Fun Black Motor Issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-4-fun-black-motor-issues/15891)

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**Author:** [@SJRJr](https://community.electricforum.com/u/SJRJr)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 10, 2019, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-4-fun-black-motor-issues/15891 "2019-06-10T13:36:27Z")

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Bought an 02 e4…sole reason was all the Ride4Fun upgrades. Wasn’t getting the performance I thought it should. Called Ride4Fun and was told,“Oh the black motor, yeah, we switched those out. We had a lot of problems wit…

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## [Deka/Napa Battery Questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/deka-napa-battery-questions/16138)

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**Author:** [@3StarsFoodie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/3StarsFoodie)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 10, 2019, 8:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/deka-napa-battery-questions/16138 "2019-06-10T08:03:04Z")

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I am replacing the batteries in my e4. I have been looking at the Napa 8272 and the Deka batteries. These appear to be the same battery. The Deka has a 8G31-Deka that is labeled as a solar battery. They look the same …

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## [Size and offset for GEM eLXD wheels?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/size-and-offset-for-gem-elxd-wheels/16197)

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**Author:** [@Clarke\_KY](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Clarke_KY)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/size-and-offset-for-gem-elxd-wheels/16197 "2019-06-09T23:04:37Z")

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I just picked up and eLXD and am looking for some off-road tires as I live down a 1.6 mile long dirt road. The current wheels are 13” rims with street tires. I can’t seem to find any off-road tires for 13” wheels - just…

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## [Gem Electrical Issue](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-electrical-issue/14807)

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**Author:** [@tunabob](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tunabob)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-electrical-issue/14807 "2019-06-09T17:01:35Z")

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Have a gem e2 2005. All electrical on dash/ steering column not working somewhat intermittently, horn, lights, blinkers wipers etc. they stopped for a while then worked again and now not working, car runs fine. Did rece…

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## [Gem Insurance](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-insurance/5862)

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**Author:** [@P51D](https://community.electricforum.com/u/P51D)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 9:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-insurance/5862 "2019-06-08T09:47:32Z")

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I am paying $180. per year for Insurance coverage on my Gem e2. Coverage is for Liability, medical, ACV Comprehensive and Collision coverage. Located in Washington State. Is this a fair rate?

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## [Gem eL XD... shortening wheel base...](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-el-xd-shortening-wheel-base/13852)

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**Author:** [@manike](https://community.electricforum.com/u/manike)\
**Replies:** 46\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2019, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-el-xd-shortening-wheel-base/13852 "2019-06-05T18:34:29Z")

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Hello New Member here :slight\_smile: I just picked up a 2016 Gem eL XD which is coming without any rear bed system (just naked frame rails). I’m considering shortening it to make it easier to transport behind my RV (pos…

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## [Removing bench seat back (2002 e825 longback)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/removing-bench-seat-back-2002-e825-longback/16202)

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**Author:** [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2019, 12:21am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/removing-bench-seat-back-2002-e825-longback/16202 "2019-06-05T00:21:26Z")

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For removing the back of the bench seat on the older models, besides the two self tapping screws at the base, is there a clip or bolt at the top? I tried to pull the seat back out yesterday, but I couldn’t figure out ho…

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## [High Voltage lithium conversion with INWO cells](https://community.electricforum.com/t/high-voltage-lithium-conversion-with-inwo-cells/16001)

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**Author:** [@LithiumGods](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LithiumGods)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2019, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/high-voltage-lithium-conversion-with-inwo-cells/16001 "2019-06-04T17:04:03Z")

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Picked up a new 2014 e4 with low miles last week . My current e4 is a 2014 HP gem that I drive / race daily . It’s a great Gem but I’m bored with it and decided to do another custom . So New Gem sat for years , low mile…

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## [2019 GEM e2 after-market speed options](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2019-gem-e2-after-market-speed-options/16164)

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**Author:** [@doogie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/doogie)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2019, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2019-gem-e2-after-market-speed-options/16164 "2019-06-04T13:30:02Z")

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The only way I will buy a new 2019 e2 is with the ability to travel at least 35MPH. After several days of researching alternative after market options, like magnets and gears kits, I’ve been unable to find an option that…

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## [Buenas tardes a todos saludos desde mexico. Mi tema es el gem puede funcionar sin el convertidor de corriente ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buenas-tardes-a-todos-saludos-desde-mexico-mi-tema-es-el-gem-puede-funcionar-sin-el-convertidor-de-corriente/16199)

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**Author:** [@Poncho31](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Poncho31)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 4, 2019, 3:44am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buenas-tardes-a-todos-saludos-desde-mexico-mi-tema-es-el-gem-puede-funcionar-sin-el-convertidor-de-corriente/16199 "2019-06-04T03:44:28Z")

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El gem car puede funcionar sin el convertidor de corriente ? Alguien a podido hacerlo funcuonar sin el covertidor de corriente?

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## [Controller questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/controller-questions/16203)

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**Author:** [@Bolanger](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bolanger)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2019, 11:45am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/controller-questions/16203 "2019-06-03T11:45:39Z")

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Need to have my controller tested…,any suggestions on where to send it. Also…is a GE…tested 10/30/2007…customer global…catalogue number ends in t3. I guess this means it’s a t3 controller…but not 100% sure. Also…do yo…

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## [Looking for Lithium Help/Advice](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-lithium-help-advice/15351)

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**Author:** [@linmark10](https://community.electricforum.com/u/linmark10)\
**Replies:** 101\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-lithium-help-advice/15351 "2019-06-01T23:05:25Z")

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Not sure if this setup will work, so any advice would be appreciated. None of the wiring is hooked up yet, as I want to be sure before I proceed this weekend, hopefully. Planning on the two on the left to be hooked up i…

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## [2000 GEM E4 shows -04 code and runs with or without key turned on](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-gem-e4-shows-04-code-and-runs-with-or-without-key-turned-on/16184)

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**Author:** [@LakeLover2348](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LakeLover2348)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 3:37am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-gem-e4-shows-04-code-and-runs-with-or-without-key-turned-on/16184 "2019-05-31T03:37:33Z")

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You all have been very helpful in my quest to fix some issues with my first GEM. I cannot find a solution to this issue on my 2000 Gem E825 E4: -04 code on display stays on all the time, key on or off no difference… c…

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## [Do I want to be like Gwest ? Which wheels are better?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/do-i-want-to-be-like-gwest-which-wheels-are-better/16181)

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**Author:** [@LithiumGods](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LithiumGods)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/do-i-want-to-be-like-gwest-which-wheels-are-better/16181 "2019-05-30T17:14:46Z")

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I have been working hard on my new Gem project . The idea is the tuxedo/range rover look . So white Gem , Black out the roof and roof rails , Dechrome the head lights and bumper . Gem looks great , now the question is th…

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## [2019 GEM half door dimensions & graphics](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2019-gem-half-door-dimensions-graphics/16180)

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**Author:** [@gemster](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gemster)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 29, 2019, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2019-gem-half-door-dimensions-graphics/16180 "2019-05-29T22:08:09Z")

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I hope everyone is having a good day so far :slight\_smile: I was wondering, does anyone have the dimensions for a half door? I believe it is 31.2in L, but I can’t seem to locate the height. Thanks to all who help!

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## [New upper and lower a arms](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-upper-and-lower-a-arms/16163)

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**Author:** [@Derrick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Derrick)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 28, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-upper-and-lower-a-arms/16163 "2019-05-28T22:45:11Z")

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Well my a arm bushings are all in need of replacement and I didn’t want to pay the $15 a piece for new ones so I went all out and bought new a arms. Well new used ones, I bought all 4 a arms off eBay for the outrageous p…

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## [New GEM Lithuim progress](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-lithuim-progress/11818)

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**Author:** [@Dklsc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dklsc)\
**Replies:** 143\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2019, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-lithuim-progress/11818 "2019-05-27T16:13:26Z")

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Hello all been talking with Inwo and thought I'd start a new post to show my progress. Have taken the Volt battery apart and mounted a 24 pack in middle compartment. I did shave off both cooling passages off one 12s pack…

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## [Stuck brakes on e825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stuck-brakes-on-e825/16121)

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**Author:** [@Adam333](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Adam333)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 27, 2019, 3:13am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stuck-brakes-on-e825/16121 "2019-05-27T03:13:27Z")

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2003 e825 I feel like my brakes are sticking. (it may just be the regen of the engine) Is there away to dis engage the motor so I can free spin my tires?

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## [I need a shock for a 1999 gem car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-need-a-shock-for-a-1999-gem-car/16153)

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**Author:** [@Oldfunguy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Oldfunguy)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 26, 2019, 6:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-need-a-shock-for-a-1999-gem-car/16153 "2019-05-26T18:00:37Z")

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I have a 1999 gem car and I need one rear shock, anyone have one for sale or know where I might find a used one?

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## [2002 E925 bought at surplus ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e925-bought-at-surplus/16085)

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**Author:** [@Hoover8822](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Hoover8822)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-e925-bought-at-surplus/16085 "2019-05-23T19:32:17Z")

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I bought a lot of surplus items and there are 4 2002 gem cars included and I don’t want them well I don’t want all four of them anyway. What do I do with them; Any takers!! :slight\_smile:

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## [David Bissen (INWO)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/david-bissen-inwo/15716)

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**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/david-bissen-inwo/15716 "2019-05-23T16:37:49Z")

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Hey Folks I just wanted to take the time to recognize David. His most recent post of the new chargers he is working on, with the J1772 charge point ( this is the charge point that most public charge stations have) this …

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## [2000 e825 acceleration problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-e825-acceleration-problem/16129)

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**Author:** [@o2bndair](https://community.electricforum.com/u/o2bndair)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-e825-acceleration-problem/16129 "2019-05-23T16:21:33Z")

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It is all or none with the acceleration. Where can I purchase replacement parts to fix the problem? Thanks-

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