86 Panther with Alpha drives?
 

Looking at a boat that is a '86 Wellcraft Panther that has twin 454with alpha1 drives. The carb covers say 454 alpha mags. I did not think alphas were paired with big blocks.

I think there were a few done about that time, it was just before the introduction of Bravos. Sea Ray set them up on their Pachanga 32's and they're a pretty heavy boat. Most people will say too much power and weight for Alphas, just depends on how you treat them and if you're planning to increase the power.

RR

Just in 1986.

330hp 7.4L w/ 1.36 Alpha's.

I think the Alphas are good for about 300hp. Wouldn't even recommending tuning up a BBC 330hp in front of one!!! LOL!

I had a 20' Executive "sleeper" that had a blown SBC in front of an Alpha. Lasted several years, then pulling a skier it blew the lower gears, next year pulling a skier it blew the upper box, next summer it had a new owner!