# Introduce yourself

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## [In need of EV Owner's opinions, please! Conducting research](https://community.electricforum.com/t/in-need-of-ev-owners-opinions-please-conducting-research/5129)

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**Author:** [@Lorna17](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Lorna17)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 9, 2015, 4:34am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/in-need-of-ev-owners-opinions-please-conducting-research/5129 "2015-07-09T04:34:58Z")

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Hi all, We are a group of postgraduate business students from Dublin City University in Ireland conducting important research for our final assignment on electric vehicle use, charging and sustainability. The followi…

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## [GEM dreams](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-dreams/5127)

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**Author:** [@camelot](https://community.electricforum.com/u/camelot)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 8, 2015, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-dreams/5127 "2015-07-08T14:40:14Z")

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Greetings: Bought a 2008 GEM S2 with the intention of using it to run to the grocery store, out to dinner and down to the beach is our small community of Apollo beach, Fl. The posted speed all over town is 35 MPH. …

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## [Not an EV owner, but obsessed with cars](https://community.electricforum.com/t/not-an-ev-owner-but-obsessed-with-cars/4627)

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**Author:** [@PacificaBren](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PacificaBren)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2015, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/not-an-ev-owner-but-obsessed-with-cars/4627 "2015-07-04T16:35:52Z")

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Hello, I'm new here, and I'm the author of the article Mark just posted a link to in the "Charging Points" subforum, the article about California legislators trying to make it possible for utility companies to get involv…

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## [New member](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-member/5076)

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**Author:** [@Azman67](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Azman67)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2015, 7:55am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-member/5076 "2015-07-04T07:55:11Z")

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Hello All, You all have some pretty neat stuff on here. I have been interested in solar EV's for years now! Well I did it! I built my first solar EV! It is just a neighborhood car to go get the snail mail a mile…

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## [New Member](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-member/5117)

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**Author:** [@JRich](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JRich)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 4, 2015, 7:49am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-member/5117 "2015-07-04T07:49:08Z")

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Hello, I am a new member and just just finish my first GEM project. I have used this forum to help trouble shoot many problems during my rebuild of my 2000 e4. I just wanted to hi and thanks to everyone that has posted t…

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## [Introduction](https://community.electricforum.com/t/introduction/4654)

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**Author:** [@Sparky\_046](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Sparky_046)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2015, 3:52am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/introduction/4654 "2015-07-03T03:52:12Z")

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Just getting started here. I moved to Arizona to retire a couple of years ago. I noticed a GEM being ignored in a neighbor's back yard. I asked him to sell it to me. It took 2 years and actually trading an old Buick to…

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## [Hello (lurker here)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hello-lurker-here/4735)

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**Author:** [@rayhaque](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rayhaque)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2015, 3:48am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hello-lurker-here/4735 "2015-07-03T03:48:57Z")

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I am a long time lurker of a couple of forums. Finally joined this one because it appears to be one of the few that people post in. I hate "introduction" posts. But I have some information to share, and I need to pos…

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## [Student](https://community.electricforum.com/t/student/4920)

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**Author:** [@EV\_Charging](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EV_Charging)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2015, 3:43am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/student/4920 "2015-07-03T03:43:40Z")

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Hi from California, student working on EV survey

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## [Newbie here!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-here/5052)

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**Author:** [@camelot](https://community.electricforum.com/u/camelot)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 3, 2015, 3:37am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-here/5052 "2015-07-03T03:37:23Z")

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Greetings from Apollo Beach Florida, Newbie here. Just purchased a new (to me) GEM 2008 E2. 6 New gel batteries 3 months ago. It is green! Both in color and environmentally. Bought it to tow (on a trailer) behind…

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## [New recruit](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-recruit/5055)

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**Author:** [@Roger\_Tyler](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Roger_Tyler)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2015, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-recruit/5055 "2015-06-24T22:50:43Z")

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hello I am new to EV forums I am waiting for a delivery of a Tesla Model S 85D late August in the UK I And want to learn as much as I can about driving and charging an Ev

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## [GEM Newbie](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-newbie/5063)

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**Author:** [@Thirdcoast](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Thirdcoast)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 15, 2015, 11:40am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-newbie/5063 "2015-06-15T11:40:10Z")

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Hi Ya'll, I am very happy to find this site as I am in the process of buying a 2002 Gem E4. Should be here next weekend. I have quite a bit of experience with Club Cars as I had a small custom cart business for a fe…

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## [Gem electric vehicle](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-electric-vehicle/5053)

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**Author:** [@KIERAN](https://community.electricforum.com/u/KIERAN)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-electric-vehicle/5053 "2015-06-12T17:42:04Z")

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Hi to all, I am a new member from Ireland and have just purchased a used GEM Vehicle. The vehicle is fitted with a new motor and battery pack. It top speed is only 24Miles per hour. The motor is 7.5 hp,4950rpm,current 95…

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## [Just got a E825](https://community.electricforum.com/t/just-got-a-e825/5034)

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**Author:** [@Dark\_Poacher](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dark_Poacher)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2015, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/just-got-a-e825/5034 "2015-06-08T22:04:47Z")

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Hello all, I'm in Houston. A friend of mine sold me how E825 2 seater. I'm following the forums now, to try and educate myself. If there are any owners in the Houstn/ Santa Fe area, let me know. I believe mine will be a …

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## [Been following for a while](https://community.electricforum.com/t/been-following-for-a-while/5028)

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**Author:** [@PaulRekow](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PaulRekow)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/been-following-for-a-while/5028 "2015-06-03T18:01:08Z")

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Hi All, I have been following for a while. Not sure if I have posted yet. I have converted a Grasshopper lawnmower from gas to electric, with the help of a couple friends. I kept the hydrostat and have one motor with …

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## [MG Electric](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mg-electric/4976)

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**Author:** [@neilh](https://community.electricforum.com/u/neilh)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2015, 1:49am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mg-electric/4976 "2015-05-18T01:49:52Z")

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Hi there, I've been driving my electric MGF for 5-years now mostly around Dorset and still enjoy it. Drive EV, it makes perfect sense for any 2-car (or more) family. Neil

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## [John C](https://community.electricforum.com/t/john-c/4972)

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**Author:** [@John\_C](https://community.electricforum.com/u/John_C)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2015, 8:39am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/john-c/4972 "2015-05-16T08:39:01Z")

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Hello to all EV owners, I live in Tn and have recently purchased a 2014 Gem e4 with a bad charger. I replaced it with a R4F Supercharger and per their instructions removed the DeltaQ. I lost power to motor and accessorie…

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## [Greetings from Surbiton](https://community.electricforum.com/t/greetings-from-surbiton/4850)

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**Author:** [@Graham\_Hudson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Graham_Hudson)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2015, 10:29am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/greetings-from-surbiton/4850 "2015-05-10T10:29:34Z")

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I've just rejoined the club after a few years absence due to work committments. I am still running my 2006 DC G-Wiz which is still in everyday use although my second set of batteries are now getting a little tired, but n…

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## [Newbie here](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-here/4929)

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**Author:** [@kmoore](https://community.electricforum.com/u/kmoore)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 3, 2015, 11:17am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/newbie-here/4929 "2015-05-03T11:17:09Z")

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Hi everyone! I recently became the owner of a little electric car. I am having trouble finding any info on it. It runs and operates as it should. Just know absolutely nothing about it. Was hoping I could find info with…

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## [Finally ready to go EV...maybe](https://community.electricforum.com/t/finally-ready-to-go-ev-maybe/4916)

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**Author:** [@bootz42](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bootz42)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2015, 11:27am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/finally-ready-to-go-ev-maybe/4916 "2015-04-23T11:27:39Z")

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I have been wanting a full electric vehicle since '95 and i am finally beginning to see that it might be a practical reality. I have an opportunity to get a ford vehicle at dealers cost but i'm still concerned about two …

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## [Intro Question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/intro-question/4908)

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**Author:** [@PlasmaOverload](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PlasmaOverload)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2015, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/intro-question/4908 "2015-04-17T15:23:49Z")

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Hello, I very much want to purchase an EV and will be doing so within six months (unfortunately I can't wait for the Model 3) Question: I know many people must have thought of this but I don't know the answer. Has a…

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## [Greetings from South Africa](https://community.electricforum.com/t/greetings-from-south-africa/4867)

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**Author:** [@debeerd](https://community.electricforum.com/u/debeerd)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2015, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/greetings-from-south-africa/4867 "2015-04-16T21:43:47Z")

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Hi everyone, I've been pondering the idea to convert my one car to an Electric car. So now I think it is time to do some research so I can get everything and start :slight\_smile: I'm an IT technician by trade YaY lol …

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## [Clothes horse](https://community.electricforum.com/t/clothes-horse/4899)

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**Author:** [@ceo.sapano](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ceo.sapano)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2015, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/clothes-horse/4899 "2015-04-12T23:02:24Z")

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My name is Tuan I'm supply cothes horse in viet nam Regards

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## [Hola from Costa Rica](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hola-from-costa-rica/4889)

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**Author:** [@patfrank](https://community.electricforum.com/u/patfrank)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2015, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hola-from-costa-rica/4889 "2015-04-09T13:42:26Z")

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My name is Pat, I am in Potrero Costa Rica and my client is bringing in a bunch of electrical vehicles to sell and I am the tech to help him. Pretty new to electric vehicles but have been doing this type of work for 40 y…

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## [My name is Jason and I am new here](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-name-is-jason-and-i-am-new-here/4892)

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**Author:** [@nigella4me](https://community.electricforum.com/u/nigella4me)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 9, 2015, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-name-is-jason-and-i-am-new-here/4892 "2015-04-09T12:53:54Z")

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About me: Name: Jason Where I was born: N. Usa (North United States of America) Where I live: N. Usa Where I am from: N. Usa How did I find out about this website?: AOL Ask Bing Blekko eHow Google wikiHow Yahoo…

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## [UTV enthusiast](https://community.electricforum.com/t/utv-enthusiast/4886)

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**Author:** [@Simon\_snail](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Simon_snail)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2015, 1:36am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/utv-enthusiast/4886 "2015-04-07T01:36:49Z")

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Hello All As a novice to e-mobility, I´m really impressed by this site and look forward to sharing in the huge range of inspiring developments in this field. Because public transport is very good in Munich where I live…

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## [Dissertation help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dissertation-help/4875)

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**Author:** [@pranayk14](https://community.electricforum.com/u/pranayk14)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 3, 2015, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dissertation-help/4875 "2015-04-03T17:40:22Z")

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hello everyone, my name is pranay, im studying renewable energy in UK and im currently doing my 3yr dissertation on "the effects of user behavior on the environmental and economic impact of electric vehicles" i was wonde…

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## [GEM Speedometer & Batteries](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-speedometer-batteries/4869)

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**Author:** [@lwmcguir](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lwmcguir)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 29, 2015, 7:00am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-speedometer-batteries/4869 "2015-03-29T07:00:02Z")

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Hello Everyone, I am new to the forum. I own a GEM 2002 E4 which we have had for many years. Curious if anyone has used AGM batteries instead of GEL? Also my speedometer has stopped working and wondered what the fi…

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## [Hello from North Carolina](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hello-from-north-carolina/4860)

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**Author:** [@bill28465](https://community.electricforum.com/u/bill28465)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2015, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hello-from-north-carolina/4860 "2015-03-25T16:08:20Z")

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Owned a Think for a couple of years. Please check out my recent post. Looking for advice, I may need to check and charge batteries individually. How ? Also how to remove seat for access. Thanks in advance.

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## [Tomskifuel](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tomskifuel/4858)

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**Author:** [@tomskifuel](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tomskifuel)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2015, 10:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tomskifuel/4858 "2015-03-25T10:19:57Z")

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Hello Electric Folk, Seems like a great website, but have not done much searching yet. I was interested in NEV Auto insurance in the Long Island area for my GEM Car. That's how I found this site. If anyone has any sugg…

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## [Hi all new here](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hi-all-new-here/4855)

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**Author:** [@alfred1976](https://community.electricforum.com/u/alfred1976)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 23, 2015, 10:23am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/hi-all-new-here/4855 "2015-03-23T10:23:32Z")

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