Installing a new outboard motor is one of the most significant upgrades you can make to your boat, and getting it done correctly from the start is everything. At West Performance Marine in Lake City, Arkansas, our outboard motor installation service covers the complete process — from engine selection and mounting to full rigging, break-in preparation, and sea trial — ensuring that your new motor is properly installed, correctly configured, and ready to perform from the first time you hit the throttle.
Whether you are powering up a brand-new Havoc, replacing an aging motor on an existing rig, or installing a second engine on a multi-motor platform, our certified technicians have the expertise to do the job right.
Choosing the right outboard for your boat is the first and most important step in the installation process, and it is one where the guidance of an experienced dealer makes a real difference. Not every motor is right for every boat.
Transom height, hull design, boat weight, intended use, and performance expectations all factor into selecting an engine that will deliver the results you are looking for on the water. Installing the wrong motor — one that is too small, too large, or poorly matched to your hull — results in a boat that underperforms, handles poorly, or places excessive stress on the transom over time. At West Performance Marine, we take the time to understand how you use your boat and what you need from your engine before we recommend a motor, so the match is right from day one.


As an authorized Tohatsu dealer, West Performance Marine offers the full Tohatsu outboard lineup — one of the most trusted and fuel-efficient outboard families available for hunting and fishing boats in the South. Tohatsu outboards are renowned for their reliability, low maintenance requirements, and strong performance across a wide range of applications, from compact tiller-steer motors for small aluminum hunting boats to larger four-stroke engines for full-size fishing platforms.
As an authorized dealer, we handle all Tohatsu warranty registration, break-in service documentation, and factory-authorized installation procedures — ensuring your warranty coverage is fully protected from the moment your new motor goes on the transom.
Our outboard motor installation process is thorough and covers every detail that affects the long-term performance and reliability of your engine.
We begin with a careful inspection of the transom to ensure it is structurally sound and properly rated for the engine being installed. The motor is mounted and aligned correctly, and all controls including throttle, shift cables, and steering are rigged and adjusted for smooth, precise operation. The fuel system is connected, inspected, and primed, and all electrical connections including the battery, ignition, gauges, and trim system are properly wired and tested before the boat ever hits the water. Once the installation is complete, we perform a full pre-launch inspection and, where possible, a water test to confirm the engine is operating correctly and the boat is performing as expected.
A proper outboard installation also includes break-in preparation — a step that is critical for the long-term health of any new engine and one that many boat owners overlook. New outboard motors require a specific break-in period during which the internal components seat properly, and the engine must be operated according to manufacturer guidelines to avoid damage and preserve the warranty. At West Performance Marine, we walk every customer through the break-in process, provide the documentation needed for the 20-hour initial service, and offer to perform that first service in our shop when the time comes.
We want every engine we install to last as long as possible — because a motor that runs for decades is the best advertisement for the work we do.
West Performance Marine serves boat owners across Lake City, Jonesboro, Marked Tree, Trumann, Harrisburg, and the broader Northeast Arkansas and Arkansas Delta region.
If you are ready to install a new outboard on your hunting or fishing boat, upgrading an underpowered rig, or taking delivery of a new Havoc that needs to be fully powered and rigged, call us at (870) 530-0480 or stop by our dealership in Lake City, Arkansas. Our team is ready to put the right motor on your boat and make sure every detail of the installation is done to the standard your equipment deserves.
