# GEM Forum **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=92 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 93 --- ## [2012 GEM E4 Service Manuals](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-gem-e4-service-manuals/13246)
**Author:** [@Arichmond](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Arichmond)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2018, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-gem-e4-service-manuals/13246 "2018-01-22T23:56:41Z")
I was wondering if anyone out there has any 2012 gem e4 service, owners, and maintenance manuals. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Andrew --- ## [Question on Gel batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/question-on-gel-batteries/13231)
**Author:** [@Pops17](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Pops17)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2018, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/question-on-gel-batteries/13231 "2018-01-22T18:07:24Z")
Hey Guys, I’m looking at a 2013 GEM E4 that has original gel batteries in it according to the seller. I’d like to hear some opinions on the life of a gel battery. Being almost 5 years old, are these batteries close to be… --- ## [GEM Car Motor swap](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-motor-swap/13242)
**Author:** [@DJB](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DJB)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-car-motor-swap/13242 "2018-01-21T19:31:28Z")
I purchased a new DD Motors 7.5 HP motor from Monster Carts in Costa Mesa, CA. I did the installation myself. Was told to use the old bumper inside the 19 tooth Dana spline and to make sure it wouldn’t be to thick with t… --- ## [Propane Powerd Heaters](https://community.electricforum.com/t/propane-powerd-heaters/13232)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2018, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/propane-powerd-heaters/13232 "2018-01-19T22:37:45Z")
I came across this Colman “Golfcat” Catletic Heater. It says it’s safe for indoor use? I didn’t find much info on it looks like it may be a discontinued item. It uses a 16oz Colman propane tank. It has a pezo style elect… --- ## [Electric boat at Auction in MN (slightly of topic but it is electric)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-boat-at-auction-in-mn-slightly-of-topic-but-it-is-electric/13229)
**Author:** [@ApacheshoresGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ApacheshoresGEM)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 2:50am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-boat-at-auction-in-mn-slightly-of-topic-but-it-is-electric/13229 "2018-01-18T02:50:17Z")
http://www.crankyape.com/default.asp?pg=DispSingleItem&ItemNumber=77759 For you guys in MN, Here is neat looking ELECTRIC toy… --- ## [Best Approach to add a 12v power source](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-approach-to-add-a-12v-power-source/6538)
**Author:** [@Fuzzylogic](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Fuzzylogic)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-approach-to-add-a-12v-power-source/6538 "2018-01-16T22:40:10Z")
I'm wondering if anyone has some advice on the best approach to adding a 12v power supply. Are there empty slots in the fuse panel? Maybe I should use the available radio power source (I don't have a radio now) we just d… --- ## [Charger timing out on 2002 e825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-timing-out-on-2002-e825/13193)
**Author:** [@Reddevil](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Reddevil)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2018, 6:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charger-timing-out-on-2002-e825/13193 "2018-01-07T06:15:19Z")
Delta QuikQ charger, Trojan SCS225 wet cells about a year old with a watering system. Been working great for most of year but has started the three flash timeout signal. Thought maybe cooler weather was issue. But not … --- ## [Ride-4-fun charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-4-fun-charger/13209)
**Author:** [@TIMOTI](https://community.electricforum.com/u/TIMOTI)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2018, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ride-4-fun-charger/13209 "2018-01-06T23:51:48Z")
Happy New Year every body:star::star::star: I purchase a 2005 model EL and have a ride-4-fun charger and the regular charger that come’s with the car it have gel batteries but I buy new trojan batteries and the ride=4-f… --- ## [02 gem 825 power with no key](https://community.electricforum.com/t/02-gem-825-power-with-no-key/13140)
**Author:** [@gothera](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gothera)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2018, 2:34am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/02-gem-825-power-with-no-key/13140 "2018-01-04T02:34:05Z")
so i have this cart, complaint was batteries wont charge suspected bad charger. real issue, with main breaker under rear seat flipped on, cart has power, key switch does nothing on or off, took key switch out completely… --- ## [Need a title for my Gem E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-a-title-for-my-gem-e4/13189)
**Author:** [@Pops17](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Pops17)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2017, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-a-title-for-my-gem-e4/13189 "2017-12-29T13:12:32Z")
Hi, I purchased a 2009 Gem E4 from someone on EBay in New York, I’m in Massachusetts. Told me he had the title in hand, car was in good working condition with no issues, all of which were lies. My main point here is here… --- ## [Hot Weather Storage](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hot-weather-storage/12269)
**Author:** [@mattoleriver](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mattoleriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2017, 4:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hot-weather-storage/12269 "2017-12-29T04:17:12Z")
There is a good chance that i will be leaving my Gem (2002 e825) in storage for a few of the hottest months in the California desert this summer. Temps will consistently reach triple digits and could go as high as 120F. … --- ## [2010 vs 2013 GEM (I was told 2013 way bettter)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2010-vs-2013-gem-i-was-told-2013-way-bettter/13188)
**Author:** [@gotacamaro](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gotacamaro)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2017, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2010-vs-2013-gem-i-was-told-2013-way-bettter/13188 "2017-12-28T21:40:27Z")
I have a 2010 E6. Local guy has 2 2013 E6s for sale for cheap. He says “2013 is the first year Polaris put their version of the GEM car out after the acquisition. The 2013’s have Polaris suspensions which are far superio… --- ## [What other upgrades?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-other-upgrades/12103)
**Author:** [@Arichmond](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Arichmond)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2017, 5:22am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-other-upgrades/12103 "2017-12-28T05:22:24Z")
What other upgrades should I do on my 2012 gem e4. If you have any questions or want to know more about it or just ask. I also have more pictures if you want.\[image\]\[image\] --- ## [2001 4 seater hood needed](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-4-seater-hood-needed/13187)
**Author:** [@Jbhfinancial](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jbhfinancial)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2017, 3:20am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-4-seater-hood-needed/13187 "2017-12-28T03:20:08Z")
My hood is a mess looking for one in good condition. Located in Northern Ca if you have one please let me know. John --- ## [Looking for GEM 2005 E2 Dash programming manual ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-gem-2005-e2-dash-programming-manual/13185)
**Author:** [@jeff95519](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jeff95519)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2017, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-gem-2005-e2-dash-programming-manual/13185 "2017-12-27T16:39:28Z")
I’m having a problem with my GEM’s battery indicator only going down one to two bars when the GEM goes into turtle mode. Would like the full manual on programming --- ## [Ran out of water, died, and now won't charge](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ran-out-of-water-died-and-now-wont-charge/13176)
**Author:** [@jimmyburke](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jimmyburke)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2017, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ran-out-of-water-died-and-now-wont-charge/13176 "2017-12-27T15:28:59Z")
I let my 2003 GEM run out of water in the batteries, and now it shows -15 and won’t charge. It said 43% charged but now it says 28% is there anything I can do or do I need new Batteries --- ## [2001 825 E4 Rebuild with Pictures](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-825-e4-rebuild-with-pictures/4120)
**Author:** [@Nebraska](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Nebraska)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2017, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-825-e4-rebuild-with-pictures/4120 "2017-12-26T17:21:21Z")
Hey guys. I got my cart unloaded last night and couldn't help but immediately tear it down to rebuild. Im going to post pictures and updates as the project progresses. I am not 100% sure what my end goal is but I do know… --- ## [2009 eLHD going into turtle mode with 90% charge](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-elhd-going-into-turtle-mode-with-90-charge/12888)
**Author:** [@Big\_Dee](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Big_Dee)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2017, 8:57am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-elhd-going-into-turtle-mode-with-90-charge/12888 "2017-12-25T08:57:46Z")
I think I have seen this problem on this forum before, but could not find it. I was driving about 25 MPH accidently turned off ignition key, then turned back on. GEM had loss of torque but still made it to 25 MPH. Had … --- ## [Anderson connector passenger front wheel well for external charging?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anderson-connector-passenger-front-wheel-well-for-external-charging/13174)
**Author:** [@mski](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mski)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2017, 3:41am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/anderson-connector-passenger-front-wheel-well-for-external-charging/13174 "2017-12-25T03:41:18Z")
I have a 1999 e4 with 20s nissan leaf upgrade. Does anyone know if I can use this as a charging connector for an external charger? The car in at a vacation home. I have a lithium setup but something keeps bleeding powe… --- ## [2002 Battery high voltage charging problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-battery-high-voltage-charging-problem/13147)
**Author:** [@linmark10](https://community.electricforum.com/u/linmark10)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2017, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-battery-high-voltage-charging-problem/13147 "2017-12-23T19:56:17Z")
Have a 2002with AGM batteries and a Delta Q charger. Old style with 4 under back seat and 2 under hood. Delta Q was charging them fine with algorithm of 14. Since AGM can be placed in any position, I moved the 2 under th… --- ## [Looking for an East Coast GEM car picker](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-an-east-coast-gem-car-picker/12940)
**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2017, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-an-east-coast-gem-car-picker/12940 "2017-12-22T23:01:19Z")
anyone out there or do you know of one… East or Mid West --- ## [Install of GEM soft doors](https://community.electricforum.com/t/install-of-gem-soft-doors/6524)
**Author:** [@BuckeyeDave](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BuckeyeDave)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2017, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/install-of-gem-soft-doors/6524 "2017-12-22T19:31:16Z")
Hi everyone. Just received new gray soft doors for our 2012 e6 sent from Polaris with NO INSTRUCTIONS. Has anyone installed these on their own? The local dealer will install for $400 which is silly. Polaris will send… --- ## [2000 e825 GEM / Lithium Volt conversion - Note from Innovation Motorsports](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-e825-gem-lithium-volt-conversion-note-from-innovation-motorsports/13126)
**Author:** [@ryan380golf](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ryan380golf)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2017, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-e825-gem-lithium-volt-conversion-note-from-innovation-motorsports/13126 "2017-12-19T14:10:38Z")
Hi all, I’m a new GEM owner. 2000 e825. I’m studying heavily all of the information on this forum regarding converting my Gem to Chevy Volt Lithium packs. I have an old Schott silver charger, and pretty toasted old T… --- ## [New gem owner with a ?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-owner-with-a/13152)
**Author:** [@38p6](https://community.electricforum.com/u/38p6)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2017, 3:57am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-gem-owner-with-a/13152 "2017-12-19T03:57:30Z")
We juest purchased a 2002 4 seater and it has 1 year old gel batteries. I would like to know where the charger is located so I can check and see if it is set to charge gel batteries. I am basically just trying to learn w… --- ## [LED conversion on 2014 e2](https://community.electricforum.com/t/led-conversion-on-2014-e2/13155)
**Author:** [@exseedman](https://community.electricforum.com/u/exseedman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2017, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/led-conversion-on-2014-e2/13155 "2017-12-18T18:56:41Z")
I have a 2014 e2 and wanted to modernize it, yet keep it looking fairly stock. The lights were a challenge to find but I did find Maxxima M42206R for the rear Tail/brake lights which were exact replacements. I used a M… --- ## [Front Seats](https://community.electricforum.com/t/front-seats/4645)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2017, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/front-seats/4645 "2017-12-18T14:44:15Z")
The Stock gem seats leave much to be desired. For all intent and pourpous they work just fine and do the job. But the fact that they don't recline (lean back) makes me feel like I'm in a very up right position. I'm going… --- ## [Code 41 2010 gem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/code-41-2010-gem/13148)
**Author:** [@jm1361](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jm1361)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2017, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/code-41-2010-gem/13148 "2017-12-18T14:40:38Z")
on 2010 gem what does it mean when code 41 comes on car keeps running few miles latter code goes off thanks for any info --- ## [72v inverter 1500/3000 120vac](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72v-inverter-1500-3000-120vac/13144)
**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2017, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72v-inverter-1500-3000-120vac/13144 "2017-12-17T17:16:44Z")
Is there interest in using you Gem for ac power. Moq of 10. $200-$300 range\[72v inverter\] --- ## [Gem e2, 2 seater 2002 E825 Lithium Upgrade(tighter fit)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-e2-2-seater-2002-e825-lithium-upgrade-tighter-fit/12042)
**Author:** [@nakedwaterskier](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nakedwaterskier)\ **Replies:** 164\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2017, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-e2-2-seater-2002-e825-lithium-upgrade-tighter-fit/12042 "2017-12-14T16:56:35Z")
The 2 Seater Gem car does not have the room to make it easy like the 4 seater to upgrade to lithium. I have lots of pics for those that want to attempt it. It came with the old Zivan charger which according to their ma… --- ## [Spark Lithium conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/spark-lithium-conversion/12638)
**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2017, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/spark-lithium-conversion/12638 "2017-12-14T16:44:45Z")
I wanted to share some photos of my 2013 Gem E4 from Nissan Leaf to Chevy Spark. \[IMG\_7844\] The old system used 1 20 cell 65 amp hr battery and the new system will have 3 110 amp hr batterys running 24 cells [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=91) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/gem-forum/101.md?page=93)