# GEM Forum

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## [2005 GEM E2 12v Electrical Issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-e2-12v-electrical-issues/5898)

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**Author:** [@WWSkier](https://community.electricforum.com/u/WWSkier)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2017, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2005-gem-e2-12v-electrical-issues/5898 "2017-12-13T18:39:14Z")

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Hi, I have an 05 E2 that has two electrical issues: Intermittent problem with all 12v systems (turn signals, wipers, horn, lights, brake lights...). Most of the time, none of these items work on my E2. When those…

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## [What AMPs is the T4/T5 controllers?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-amps-is-the-t4-t5-controllers/13133)

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**Author:** [@gotacamaro](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gotacamaro)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2017, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-amps-is-the-t4-t5-controllers/13133 "2017-12-13T18:22:32Z")

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I see that innovation motorsports puts in the 11+HP peak motor when they do their upgraded GEM cars. Im assuming thats the 7.5HP motor? But they always mention that they put in a 500AMP controller upgrade. I was curious…

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## [1999 Gem - Charger doesn't like 220v](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-gem-charger-doesnt-like-220v/13110)

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**Author:** [@Dameon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dameon)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 12, 2017, 2:04am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/1999-gem-charger-doesnt-like-220v/13110 "2017-12-12T02:04:40Z")

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I purchased a Gem, I think it is a 1999, but the label is so worn and cracked I can’t be sure, and the previous owner plugged 220v into the charger port below the passenger seat. Everything worked perfectly fine before t…

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## [2002 Gem Zivan NG1 Charger won’t work in Gel Mode](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-zivan-ng1-charger-won-t-work-in-gel-mode/13121)

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**Author:** [@zapufast](https://community.electricforum.com/u/zapufast)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-zivan-ng1-charger-won-t-work-in-gel-mode/13121 "2017-12-11T17:41:59Z")

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I have a 2002 GEM E825 with gel batteries and when selecting the “C” setting on the Zivan NG1 charger, which should be correct for gels, I get the flashing RED/YELLOW flash with beep. If I select E or F then it starts c…

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## [Brake hard lines](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-hard-lines/13021)

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**Author:** [@anoriega211](https://community.electricforum.com/u/anoriega211)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brake-hard-lines/13021 "2017-12-10T14:12:40Z")

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Hi all, I’m midway through the disc brake conversion, aka driver side done… but on the passenger side, the nut connecting the hard line to the rubber line is frozen in place. I’ve tried wd40, penetrating oil, and the thi…

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## [New Interior LED Lights](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-interior-led-lights/4752)

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**Author:** [@ApacheshoresGEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ApacheshoresGEM)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 7, 2017, 1:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-interior-led-lights/4752 "2017-12-07T01:39:14Z")

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I spent the morning installing a 12V LED tape light kit around the roof line inside my GEM. The outcome is awesome. This was a very simple project. I used 1-16 foot white only dimmable LED Tape light kit. The kits util…

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## [I cannot see the photos](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-cannot-see-the-photos/13085)

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**Author:** [@Jbhfinancial](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jbhfinancial)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2017, 3:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/i-cannot-see-the-photos/13085 "2017-12-05T03:19:01Z")

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I cannot see the attachments or photos. What do I need to do in order to see them?

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## [2001 Gem Car Code -27 Problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-car-code-27-problem/13015)

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**Author:** [@sfbpmike](https://community.electricforum.com/u/sfbpmike)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2017, 5:05am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-car-code-27-problem/13015 "2017-12-04T05:05:38Z")

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Hello Gem Community, I have a 2001 Gem E825 4 seater that I bought on CL used with wasted batteries. I promptly put a new D&D 11 HP “Blue Motor” (same as Ride 4 Fun) in it. I also had my Zivan charger rebuilt and upda…

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## [Lighted Dash Voltage and Charge Monitor for $5!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lighted-dash-voltage-and-charge-monitor-for-5/13068)

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**Author:** [@electriceccentric](https://community.electricforum.com/u/electriceccentric)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lighted-dash-voltage-and-charge-monitor-for-5/13068 "2017-11-29T14:40:30Z")

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## [2009 GEM car led panel flashing...won't run](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-car-led-panel-flashing-wont-run/13059)

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**Author:** [@BlueSkyChx](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BlueSkyChx)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 27, 2017, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-car-led-panel-flashing-wont-run/13059 "2017-11-27T17:49:52Z")

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All the dashboard icons flash and the R DL DH Batteries seem charged but something’s gone awry! Continuous beep when brake released. Is there a way to add video to post?

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## [Seeking GEM 2005 e4 Service Manual - anybody have one?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/seeking-gem-2005-e4-service-manual-anybody-have-one/5619)

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**Author:** [@DERMotorSports](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DERMotorSports)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 20, 2017, 7:43am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/seeking-gem-2005-e4-service-manual-anybody-have-one/5619 "2017-11-20T07:43:22Z")

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Won't let me post direct email so please PM me.

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## [Wireless power meter](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wireless-power-meter/5887)

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**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\
**Replies:** 38\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2017, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wireless-power-meter/5887 "2017-11-18T18:31:10Z")

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This is the meter I'm testing. Wireless Digital DC Voltmeter Ammeter Power Meter Capacity 0 120V 200A Shunt | eBay Rated at only 200 amps. Tested to \>290 amps. Seems ok for most Gems. Instructions are not clear. (to …

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## [Windshield Water Spots](https://community.electricforum.com/t/windshield-water-spots/13027)

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**Author:** [@Jbhfinancial](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jbhfinancial)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 18, 2017, 3:22am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/windshield-water-spots/13027 "2017-11-18T03:22:33Z")

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I have a 2001 Gem 4 seater. The windshield is covered with water spots. I don’t want to make matters worse. Does anyone know if it is glass? What have you used to remove the spots?

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## [Best GEM battery's](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-gem-batterys/3916)

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**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [November 17, 2017, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-gem-batterys/3916 "2017-11-17T15:35:37Z")

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Now that I got your attention, :slight\_smile: I wanted to share what I have found out. I'm very new to GEMS but very familiar With battery's for 12v High powered stereo systems. Not sure if what I know in the 12v world …

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## [2001 Gem e825 persistently does nothing](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-e825-persistently-does-nothing/13008)

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**Author:** [@Autumn](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Autumn)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 12, 2017, 2:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2001-gem-e825-persistently-does-nothing/13008 "2017-11-12T02:39:08Z")

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Hello all! New member here with a 01 e825 that refuses to run despite throwing a small fortune at the thing. Six new interstate gel batteries. Brand new 2nd gen controller from Just-For-Fun with retro wiring kit. Bra…

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## [Handset wiring](https://community.electricforum.com/t/handset-wiring/5331)

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**Author:** [@Inwo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Inwo)\
**Replies:** 57\
**Last updated:** [November 8, 2017, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/handset-wiring/5331 "2017-11-08T22:14:23Z")

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My 14 pin is wired as shown. Functions are copied from 12 pin however. Can someone verify wiring of their 12 pin cable?

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## [Delta Q with extra wires](https://community.electricforum.com/t/delta-q-with-extra-wires/12999)

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**Author:** [@greengearhead](https://community.electricforum.com/u/greengearhead)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 7, 2017, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/delta-q-with-extra-wires/12999 "2017-11-07T19:16:37Z")

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\[89AD0E9A-828A-4D17-9F76-668E7D96EC8E\]\[B676B02B-E446-4CF1-82BB-C3AB9976A5A6\] I don’t remember seeing this small harness poping out of other delta q’s I ohmed out these four wires and couldn’t find any pair that acts as…

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## [Need a Gem mechanic in/near Gulf Coast Alabama](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-a-gem-mechanic-in-near-gulf-coast-alabama/13002)

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**Author:** [@Jag73e](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jag73e)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2017, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-a-gem-mechanic-in-near-gulf-coast-alabama/13002 "2017-11-06T23:46:58Z")

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I have a 2015 Gem e2 with an error code 51. I have the factory manual (courtesy of Rodney) however I am not proficient in diagnosing the root cause of the error code. The local Gem dealer (Terry Thompson Chev) is serio…

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## [Need help understanding messages in GEM rider information center LCD display](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-help-understanding-messages-in-gem-rider-information-center-lcd-display/12993)

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**Author:** [@khoyer](https://community.electricforum.com/u/khoyer)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2017, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-help-understanding-messages-in-gem-rider-information-center-lcd-display/12993 "2017-11-06T17:25:16Z")

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I just bought a 2017 GEM E4, and I need some help deciphering some of the messages that appear in the rectangular LCD area of the rider information center as I press the mode button. Some of them are described in the man…

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## [Parking Brake Switch](https://community.electricforum.com/t/parking-brake-switch/5984)

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**Author:** [@Piranha](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Piranha)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2017, 2:40am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/parking-brake-switch/5984 "2017-11-05T02:40:38Z")

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I was having trouble with this parking brake switch intermittently. I adjusted the switch position, but still got the -04 and sometimes -11 errors. It seemed like the switch wasn't consistently disengaging. I found th…

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## [Picked up a 2001 E4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/picked-up-a-2001-e4/12886)

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**Author:** [@anoriega211](https://community.electricforum.com/u/anoriega211)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [November 3, 2017, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/picked-up-a-2001-e4/12886 "2017-11-03T17:11:43Z")

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Hi all, I’ve been lurking and reading posts on this forum and finally decided to sign up and join the fun. I just snagged a 2001 Gem E4 and am starting to look into ordering some parts… seat belts, front turn signal, br…

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## [2010 GEM dead only Beeps no display](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2010-gem-dead-only-beeps-no-display/12982)

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**Author:** [@AlexFinick](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AlexFinick)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [October 31, 2017, 5:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2010-gem-dead-only-beeps-no-display/12982 "2017-10-31T17:13:28Z")

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Only beeps when Pbrake released, good battery’s 72v actual 76v, I’m tech savvy component level repair, control pcb appears clean, good fuses, no disintegrated runs or corrosion, grounding eyelets reseated, key switch, di…

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## [2012 Gem eL charging problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-gem-el-charging-problem/12976)

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**Author:** [@mikeyandbarney](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mikeyandbarney)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 30, 2017, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2012-gem-el-charging-problem/12976 "2017-10-30T17:53:19Z")

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Newbie to your blog. Good afternoon. I am new to this blog and am anxious to know if anyone can help with a problem I have with my newly acquired Gem eL. When I turn the ignition on, the display shows a fully charged bat…

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## [It’s time to Replace my Trojan SSC225’s](https://community.electricforum.com/t/it-s-time-to-replace-my-trojan-ssc225-s/12959)

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**Author:** [@DonnieInNC](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DonnieInNC)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 26, 2017, 5:33am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/it-s-time-to-replace-my-trojan-ssc225-s/12959 "2017-10-26T05:33:22Z")

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I’m at the point I need to replace my Trojan SSC225 batteries and I don’t know if I should upgrade to GEL, Lithium or just stay with the wet SSC225’s. I have a 2002 E2 with a Delta Q charger 912-7200. What’s the best r…

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## [05 e4 needs motor upgrade](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-e4-needs-motor-upgrade/12964)

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**Author:** [@Nrapp33](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Nrapp33)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2017, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/05-e4-needs-motor-upgrade/12964 "2017-10-23T23:24:33Z")

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I have an 05 e4 and the motor is overheating and the speed sensor is shot (getting 81 & 82 error codes). I live in hilly area in STL called The Hill. I have noticed a degrade in speed after a couple miles and last Frid…

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## [Lotsa Questions - Help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lotsa-questions-help/12735)

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**Author:** [@VOLBUNNY](https://community.electricforum.com/u/VOLBUNNY)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2017, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lotsa-questions-help/12735 "2017-10-23T17:40:37Z")

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Ok guys we’re trying to get a handle on our current battery situation and we have found that the voltage readings don’t make a whole lot of sense (to us). We bought this 2007 E2 with Ride-4-Fun motor, controller, 14" wh…

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## [Clip On Stake Bed](https://community.electricforum.com/t/clip-on-stake-bed/12868)

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**Author:** [@PCary04](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PCary04)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 23, 2017, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/clip-on-stake-bed/12868 "2017-10-23T16:04:55Z")

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Hi, GEM car newbie. Does anyone know if the clip in short stake bed that Polaris sells is compatible with a 2001 GEM? Having a hard time tracking one down and would really like to swap out my trunk. Thanks!

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## [Lil Sparky go's under the Knife](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lil-sparky-gos-under-the-knife/6521)

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**Author:** [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [October 22, 2017, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lil-sparky-gos-under-the-knife/6521 "2017-10-22T19:51:31Z")

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I have seen this Gem here, He is a member on this forum. Nothing like saying "thanks for your business" by posting photos on FB & showing everyone your wire nightmare! LOL \[image\]

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## [My Facebook group... please join us](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-facebook-group-please-join-us/12958)

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**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 22, 2017, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-facebook-group-please-join-us/12958 "2017-10-22T19:39:19Z")

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Bob

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## [Looking for a front seat for an e4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-a-front-seat-for-an-e4/12941)

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**Author:** [@eSGEMColo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eSGEMColo)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [October 18, 2017, 7:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-for-a-front-seat-for-an-e4/12941 "2017-10-18T07:03:49Z")

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I have a friend in Georgia who needs a front seat for a GEM car e4… anyone in the area got one??? at the same time are you or do you know of anyone who dismantles and sells GEM car parts… I have a couple in AZ but the …

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