# \#tips **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/tag/tips/20.md [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) --- ## [Charging inlet cord replacement 2008 GEM4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-inlet-cord-replacement-2008-gem4/28746)
**Author:** [@dcoleone](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dcoleone)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 2:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-inlet-cord-replacement-2008-gem4/28746 "2026-08-09T02:06:10Z")
I need a new cord part# 0306-01135 GEM4 2008. It is the cord that goes to the external outlet from the charger. The ground prong broke off. It still charges without the ground prong but I am afraid I am damaging the char… --- ## [A new tail light option](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-new-tail-light-option/30192)
**Author:** [@AssyRequired](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AssyRequired)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 2:43am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-new-tail-light-option/30192 "2026-03-31T02:43:32Z")
Some fun new options for tail lights are showing up in AZon. I have been playing around/testing this neat tail light option. It fits like it was made for the Gen2 spat (with the tail light on the spat). Not a direct plu… --- ## [2016+ main wiring harness](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-main-wiring-harness/30063)
**Author:** [@eltakeiteasy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eltakeiteasy)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2016-main-wiring-harness/30063 "2026-01-20T16:56:53Z")
Looking for a 2016+ wiring harness for a project I am working on :slight\_smile: --- ## [Has anyone hacked this for a 2018 yet?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/has-anyone-hacked-this-for-a-2018-yet/29944)
**Author:** [@eltakeiteasy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eltakeiteasy)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2025, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/has-anyone-hacked-this-for-a-2018-yet/29944 "2025-12-06T21:05:42Z")
--- ## [2017 E6 windshield super "foggy" at night](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-e6-windshield-super-foggy-at-night/29938)
**Author:** [@eltakeiteasy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/eltakeiteasy)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2025, 12:13am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2017-e6-windshield-super-foggy-at-night/29938 "2025-12-01T00:13:48Z")
Is anyone else having any an issue where the front windshield gets super foggy at night where you can’t even see out of it when driving at night. Just got a this GEM and since got it the windshield has been doing this i… --- ## [2002 GEM 2 seater, 2x 36v battery YouTube series](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-2-seater-2x-36v-battery-youtube-series/29707)
**Author:** [@Ryboy98](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Ryboy98)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-2-seater-2x-36v-battery-youtube-series/29707 "2025-09-16T21:16:09Z")
Putting together a new series on YouTube on a new channel for a refresh on the car I got in a trade. It’s a budget build, so might fit in some people’s wheelhouse. I might do a higher end build later if I end up liking t… --- ## [Looking to purchase 2002 GEM E 825 what should I look for?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-to-purchase-2002-gem-e-825-what-should-i-look-for/29648)
**Author:** [@molaryacht2](https://community.electricforum.com/u/molaryacht2)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2025, 1:23am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-to-purchase-2002-gem-e-825-what-should-i-look-for/29648 "2025-09-02T01:23:44Z")
I’ve never owned a GEM. Owner has done some updates. Brakes, rebuilt motor. Batteries are 2 years old. New controller. It’s a drive (3-4 hours) to get there. I want to be prepared. Thanks for any helpful insight --- ## [GEM Forum has been split off to own category](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-forum-has-been-split-off-to-own-category/11826)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2025, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-forum-has-been-split-off-to-own-category/11826 "2025-08-18T12:49:57Z")
COMMUNITY NOTICE: The GEM Forum is among the most popular forums in this community. For this reason, the forum has been split away from the "NEV & LSV" category where it was initially place, and it has been made its ow… --- ## [GEM Manuals and Documentation](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-manuals-and-documentation/28010)
**Author:** [@E825](https://community.electricforum.com/u/E825)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2024, 7:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-manuals-and-documentation/28010 "2024-06-26T07:01:08Z")
I was looking for info on replacing the steering gear and stumbled across this GEM document library and wanted to share it. https://nev-accessories.com/gem-faqs/ Enjoy! --- ## [Totally lost on this one](https://community.electricforum.com/t/totally-lost-on-this-one/26028)
**Author:** [@Reggie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Reggie)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2023, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/totally-lost-on-this-one/26028 "2023-03-29T16:23:42Z")
I have 2 2011 e2’s that I would really like to get more speed out of without breaking the bank, anyone have any ideas?? --- ## [Turtle time, what drives the yellow turtle light?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/turtle-time-what-drives-the-yellow-turtle-light/25914)
**Author:** [@GemDandy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GemDandy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2023, 2:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/turtle-time-what-drives-the-yellow-turtle-light/25914 "2023-02-20T02:35:23Z")
What condition causes the turtle to light? “Batteries are shot, time to replace 'em” is obviously the common answer, but doesn’t explain how the light functions. Those wanting more info; 2012 E2 with 9 each 8vdc Gel cel… --- ## [2018 GEM E4 Noise](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2018-gem-e4-noise/23346)
**Author:** [@Michael1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Michael1)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2022, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2018-gem-e4-noise/23346 "2022-05-12T20:25:56Z")
Hey Everyone, Quick question please? 2018 GEM Noise Can somebody assist by explaining this noise after accelerating and before pressing the brake pedal please? Is there any way to remove or lessen this noise? … --- ## [Charging Tips/Best Practices (2002 e825 w/ gel batteries)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-tips-best-practices-2002-e825-w-gel-batteries/24127)
**Author:** [@2002GEM](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2002GEM)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2022, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/charging-tips-best-practices-2002-e825-w-gel-batteries/24127 "2022-05-04T23:26:10Z")
Hi all, only my second post, so pardon if this has been covered. I did a quick search and couldn’t really find a basic/beginners take battery charging (for gel specifically anyway). I just picked up a 2002 GEM e825. Bat… --- ## [2009 gem front brake caliber?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-front-brake-caliber/22638)
**Author:** [@Hutch200](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Hutch200)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2021, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-front-brake-caliber/22638 "2021-10-12T17:59:54Z")
Hello, I’m attempting to change front pads myself. I understand that there’s a piston I’ll need to hold down once removal of pads but unsure which bolts to remove to release caliber from discs and to avoid brake line pre… --- ## [2009 Gem E2 Brakes & Charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-e2-brakes-charger/22554)
**Author:** [@Hutch200](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Hutch200)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2021, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2009-gem-e2-brakes-charger/22554 "2021-10-02T12:47:35Z")
Hello, I have recently started trying to fix up my Gem after it’s sat for a few months. I replaced all of the original deka batteries with AC delco 12 volt 950 CCA group 31 sealed flooded batteries. I just installed and … --- ## [2014 PSDM support and more needed](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2014-psdm-support-and-more-needed/20894)
**Author:** [@SCarroll](https://community.electricforum.com/u/SCarroll)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2021, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2014-psdm-support-and-more-needed/20894 "2021-03-04T19:24:24Z")
2014 Gem e4. She’s a runner. Looking for info on PSDM now. The lighting circuit 10a is not functioning. Yes there is a good fuse. Any easy fix to the issue that is not a hack job? Maybe a good used PSDM someone may w… --- ## [Fix: My car did not come with keys \[2009 e2s\]](https://community.electricforum.com/t/fix-my-car-did-not-come-with-keys-2009-e2s/20597)
**Author:** [@AssyRequired](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AssyRequired)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2021, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/fix-my-car-did-not-come-with-keys-2009-e2s/20597 "2021-01-10T22:00:03Z")
Disclaimer - I submit my success by chance it may help others. Obviously- YMMV. Like others that have posted here, when I acquired my car it did not come with keys. If you read through the archives, the outlook seems fa… --- ## [Rear Fascia Bumper](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-fascia-bumper/18622)
**Author:** [@Aaron\_Mcknight](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Aaron_Mcknight)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2020, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rear-fascia-bumper/18622 "2020-04-27T16:46:59Z")
Does anybody know where I can get a bumper/fascia for a 2002 E825 GEM? I caught mine on something and cracked it. It seems that it’s a part no longer made. Any help or direction is appreciated --- ## [Rain and electronics saftey](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rain-and-electronics-saftey/17365)
**Author:** [@MrWonderful](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MrWonderful)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2019, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rain-and-electronics-saftey/17365 "2019-10-24T15:29:54Z")
I just bought a 2001 e825 with no doors. How safe are the electronics in the rain? While i intend to get soft side doors, budget forces me to wait a month or two. Meanwhile, if it rains in from the sides, how safe are… --- ## [RE: All battery questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/re-all-battery-questions/13236)
**Author:** [@electriceccentric](https://community.electricforum.com/u/electriceccentric)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2018, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/re-all-battery-questions/13236 "2018-02-09T18:35:33Z")
Many of us, who have converted to Lithium batteries, do not understand the continued discussion of buying new gel or liquid acid batteries. The market is now saturated with excellent lithium batteries. Most are merely mo… --- ## [Transition updates & feedback](https://community.electricforum.com/t/transition-updates-feedback/6533)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2016, 2:45am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/transition-updates-feedback/6533 "2016-12-22T02:45:32Z")
Two new topics were created on our new platform today. As you are able and willing, please give us your feedback on the two decisions we face this week. The transition gives us a unique opportunity to affirm or rethin… --- ## [About the Leave Feedback & Tips category](https://community.electricforum.com/t/about-the-leave-feedback-tips-category/2)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.electricforum.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2016, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/about-the-leave-feedback-tips-category/2 "2016-12-20T21:06:18Z")
We are listening!, Any and all feedback is welcomed. --- ## [Migration UPDATE: 12/20/2016](https://community.electricforum.com/t/migration-update-12-20-2016/11780)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2016, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/migration-update-12-20-2016/11780 "2016-12-20T20:02:32Z")
Thank you again. Your patience during the transition has been excellent. Below is a list of task we are working on this week: TOGGLE HEADER: This will allow us to toggle back and forward with our static site. The stat… --- ## [TIP: New Password Instructions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tip-new-password-instructions/11772)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2016, 7:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tip-new-password-instructions/11772 "2016-12-20T07:10:53Z")
HELPFUL TIP: We're so glad you found the new site. Our group of testers was excited by it. In some cases, you may need to set a new password when login back in. If so, click the login link and "forgot password" and you w… --- ## [About the Do It Yourself (DIY) category](https://community.electricforum.com/t/about-the-do-it-yourself-diy-category/273)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.electricforum.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2016, 2:56am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/about-the-do-it-yourself-diy-category/273 "2016-12-18T02:56:57Z")
Discuss hacks, tricks, tips --- ## [We are ORGANIZING categories](https://community.electricforum.com/t/we-are-organizing-categories/11741)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2016, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/we-are-organizing-categories/11741 "2016-12-18T23:06:30Z")
Please note that we are consolidating categories so that the navigation of the new platform is more intuitive. Also, we are adding "tags" with key words to each posts so that you can easily search for a particular pos… --- ## [TWO ERROR MESSAGES: Click RETRY or TRY AGAIN](https://community.electricforum.com/t/two-error-messages-click-retry-or-try-again/11740)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2016, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/two-error-messages-click-retry-or-try-again/11740 "2016-12-18T22:58:06Z")
We have identifed TWO issues. They look like this: You might see this error: \[image\] OR...you might get this error: \[image\] We are aware of the issue. For now, all you need to do is click on "Retry" or "Try A… --- ## [What is a Tag?, How to Tag a posts?, Who can Tag a Post?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-a-tag-how-to-tag-a-posts-who-can-tag-a-post/146)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 1:27am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-a-tag-how-to-tag-a-posts-who-can-tag-a-post/146 "2016-12-16T01:27:22Z")
Tags take away the need for embedding content, they eliminate the need for sub-categories. Tags are completely Dynamic…Sub-categories are fixed and run the risk of turning the navigation of the site into a maze. Su…