EMT

11/08/2025

Sears 😂

10/08/2025

August in Texas. These outta be done in about 15 min.

10/08/2025

🔥VERY FEW Echo Shad 2.5s are BACK FOR A LIMITED TIME! Get what you need, we only make them once a year 🔥

Live on the website NOW! www.elitemarinetexas.com

2.5 Squarebill from the same Suppliers of Strike King.

•Hyper realistic taxidermy quality Gizzard Shad coating process by EMT

•Premium #4 black nickel KVD triple grip trebles

•Hyper realistic hand poured taxidermy quality fish eyes

•Upgraded Premium Owner Stainless Hyperwire Split Rings

•Resin Triple layer coating process with premium paints & the absolute best available hyper details on the market. The same as foiling a bait, we did not follow the directions here. We took the typical application process & sent them thru EMT labs to achieve the seamless PERFECT look.

•Added highlights & metallics just to add that special EMT touch with a little more realism.

•Realism doesn't get any better than this.

•Dives 3-6'

This is legit one singular bait you can throw all day & in any body of water without wondering if you're throwing the wrong color, how can it be? It's what they eat!

☆Not for everyone, Price is aligned with the time required to build them, the price of the materials, & the best of the best hardwares we use. Only being made once a year, we strive to give you guys something that will work to your advantage over your competition, & we do it bearing no cost in mind. If we can create something absolutely perfect, there is no limit to the time and money we will spend to make it happen for you.

Pre-order: these are currently being built, please allow about a week-ish to ship.

10/08/2025

Available TONIGHT at 6pm CST
•(5pcs) DD70 Lil John- Venom Burst
•(5pcs) Lil john circuit board- Venom Burst
•(Pre-order, ship in about a week) 2.5 Echo Shad

Dont miss out-
www.elitemarinetexas.com (Scroll to crankbaits section at the top of the web page)

09/08/2025

Where's our collectors at?! 1 of 1 discontinued from the 90s! Excalibur XRK100 1oz! Snag it here on our website, Ships today if ordered before 2pm with an EMT decal and a sample of our plastics.
https://www.elitemarinetexas.com/store-1-TjQgC/p/ovzvrdy4x4037xh1ovs6yhlq62g3d2

1 of 1! These baits have been discontinued for years & are unavailable today especially in their original packaging & hardwares!

(1) Brand new never used Xcalibur XRK100 Tungsten one knocker trap. These are extremely rare and this bait in particular is literally the only one in existence on the entire planet. Not a soul has these and never will. We carefully removed them from their packaging, gave them the EMT business, carefully replaced the original VMC hardwares, & installed them back in their factory positions inside the original boxes they came in. The only upgrades on these baits from factory is our paint work, Upgraded taxidermy eyes, and the special clear coatings we use. Don’t miss on a once in a lifetime opportunity.

These aren’t for everyone. The pricing is in-line with the rarity of these baits & the work we have put into them. They are completely usable but we respect the fact that they will more than likely go to hard-core collectors. We have sat on these for awhile and finally made a decision to make them available.

08/08/2025

Need some suggestions, looks like our local wrap company has moved or went out of business. We need a truck wrapped. Whos the professional go to in North Houston?

We have messaged and called places but
no one answers. Way I see it, if theyre too busy to answer our call then theyre too busy for our money.

08/08/2025

New feature! Alot of guys ask "whats the purpose" "why do i need that" etc.. Let's face it, weve already got our hands full, so everything you can do with the push of a button just makes the day that much easier especially for older folks. Man overboard protection, keyless outboard start/stop, trim & jackplate control, and many other features. We are the only coast key dealer in texas, reach out today and lets get you set up with modern tech on your boat. Compatible with most outboards! EMT 936-239-1209 Livingston Texas

Who would have known that controlling the battery switch(s) remotely would be so popular 🤷‍♂️

But don’t forget that keyless ignition and wireless man over board protection is the main purpose with our CoastKey system 🙌🏻

08/08/2025

😭 My outboard is in limp mode but it doesn't have any alarms 😭

Let us break it down a little for our DIY crowd!

If your 4-stroke is acting lazy, won’t get on plane, or tops out early—but there’s no alarm or code—it’s not your imagination.
Modern motors can limit power without telling you outright.

🔍 Here’s some reasons why It Happens:

4-stroke outboards are built with protective logic. They constantly watch:
✅ Voltage
✅ Oil pressure
✅ Water temp
✅ Fuel pressure
✅ Sensor values
✅ Throttle input vs load

If something is “off” but not catastrophic, the ECM may quietly pull timing or fuel to protect the motor. No beeps. No lights. Just weak throttle and capped RPM.

We call it “soft limp” mode. You won’t find that term in the manual—but trust us, it’s real.

⚠️ Common Triggers (That Don’t Always Throw a Code):

Low voltage under load (especially if battery is shared with electronics)

High fuel rail temps from a v***r-locked or restricted VST

Minor water restriction from a sticky thermostat or weak impeller

Throttle position sensor drift—input doesn’t match demand

MAP sensor or IAC valve not fully failed—but just dirty

VST float or check valve issues starving the HP pump during load

✅ How We Diagnose It:

We don’t just scan for codes—we look at live engine data under throttle.
THATS HOW WE CATCH WHAT EVERYONE ELSE MISSES!!

Drop in fuel pressure

Weak voltage at ECM

Improper throttle position %

Water temp too low from stuck-open T-stat

💬 We post stuff like this because not everything throws an alarm and we want to help the guys that are stuck scratching their heads.

If you’ve checked the basics and your motor still feels lazy—bring it in and we’ll put eyes and data on it the right way with our state of the art dealer level diagnostic software 💪🔥

EMT
Livingston Texas
936-239-1209

07/08/2025

🔥BEAST UNLEASHED🔥
We just finished working on this Vexus rig

This VX21 BARELY broke 60mph previously... Want to know how much faster it is now???

You might be surprised what a few well-placed adjustments can do. After water testing tomorrow we will share some 0-60 time trial results as well as before and after speed numbers 🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀
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🛠️ Performance Setup & Optimization ✈️
📍 Livingston, TX
📞 936-239-1209
We are an aftermarket provider of services and modifications. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any OEM manufacturers.

07/08/2025

Water in Your Fuel Might Not Be Where You Think It Is!

We’ve had a few rigs come in recently with weird idle issues, mid-range stumbles, or just plain random behavior.
No codes. No visible water in the separator.
But the problem? Water in the fuel system—just not where most guys look.

🔍 Here's What You Need to Know:

Most folks check the fuel/water separator and think,

> “It’s dry, so I’m good.”

🧠 But here’s the deal—on newer EFI motors, especially with VST (v***r separator tanks) or return-style systems, water can settle in:

The VST reservoir

Injector rails

Fuel pump cavities

And none of that water shows in the clear bowl of your spin-on filter.

⚠️ Symptoms of Water Contamination (Even When It “Looks Clean”):

Mid-range stumble or hesitation

Rough idle or hard restart after shutdown

Power drop under load, no alarms

Engine “sputters” but recovers after a few seconds

It can look like spark, injectors, or timing—but it’s just contaminated fuel tucked deeper in the system.

🛠️ DIY Tip:

Drain a sample straight from your VST drain screw if equipped

Use a clear glass jar, let it sit, and look for separation

If the fuel looks hazy, has bubbles, or you see separation → time to flush the system

If you’re not comfortable draining or purging the fuel rail, no sweat—we’re glad to do it right and prevent bigger issues down the line.

💬 We post stuff like this because we love helping guys figure out small problems before they turn into big ones.
If you need help tracking down weird stumbles, random fuel issues, or just want the whole system pressure tested and cleaned—we’re here for that too.

EMT
Livingston Texas
936-239-1209

07/08/2025

CHEAP PARTS ARENT GOOD & GOOD PARTS ARENT CHEAP!

Customer brought us this engine with an overheat under load symptom. Another service center installed a brand new water pump kit and the problem persisted. Fins were perfect. But closer inspection revealed the exact reason we dont use off-brand impellers!

Why?

Even though it “looked new,” the fins were soft and flexing under load, which means the pump cant create the volume needed to keep the engine cool at higher RPM.

On the hose, it would trickle water like normal.
On the lake? Not enough flow = overheat alarms.

🔹 The Problem With Cheap Kits

We see this all the time with "Chinese" or "off-brand" brand water pump kits:

Plastic shaft collar instead of OEM brass

Soft rubber that burns up 10x faster than a genuine kit

Paper thin gaskets and low quality o-rings

Fine for a few hours… until it’s not!

OEM and high-quality kits use brass collars, heat-resistant rubber, thicker gaskets made of quality materials, and tighter tolerances
because that little impeller is the heart of your cooling system!

✅ Our Advice

If you want your outboard to live a long, happy life:

Use OEM or proven high-quality impellers (if you need a kit for your engine, call us)

Pull & inspect your water pump annually or every 100–200 hours

Don’t gamble with the $30 “deal kit”—a burned impeller can cost you a $10,000+ outboard.

We post these things to help our boating family avoid costly headaches.
A good impeller is cheap insurance against a ruined weekend—or worse! As always, if youre having similar symptoms, bring us your rig and lets get it right 😎

EMT
Livingston Texas
936-239-1209