Would this be a pig or a decent beginner performance boat?

Or call Jo. Pepe or Linda at the factory:

http://www.panteraboats.com/

I'm sure they could tell you all about the boat and the performance with that set up.

I'd tell you what I think, but I'm a little biased!!!

good Luck -

Kirk

I would think it's a bit underpowered with the sbc, unless has been hopped up. If it is, you may run into issues with the Alpha drive.