No, Not in the 230 sl it still has a stock 454 330hp as from the factory.
An alpha ss shortie will handle 400-450 hp due to the shorter shaft and less distance between bearings. I think your right a normal length alpha would self distruct at these hp. I know of many Chris Craft boats from 81?-88, had 454 330s from the factory some singles, some twins.
My 540 was sold when gas hit $4.50 a gallon and I had a buyer with a check.
I have two alpha ss outdrives both RH and I would like to find a sternjack because it is less expensive than finding a bravo shortie and a box (min 4-5 grand used if available) and changeing transom brackets etc. I know Alpha sternjacks exist and have heard people say, that if used with some common sense the sternjacks work well. But we all know how much common sense is available on the water especially on the weekends.

Hey man if you still have that stern jack let me know. i'd like to come look at it. If its it good shape i'll pick it up. Thanks Evan

Hey Brother,
I think I sold it . I'll know Monday. If not I'll get in touch with you, Ken.

Are you going to be at the KY run this year?? Hope to see you guys.

Yeah we'll be there. Gonna concentrate alot more on the water this year than work. Did Matt and toby ever make it back to nashvegas.

If anyone is still looking for a stern jack, I have a bravo jack in great condition, will take $1500.00 for it with the extended ram's included, shift cable, studs, it's all there. I will throw in 2 bravo drive o-ring sets.

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Still looking for a Alpha Sternjack, I am glad to see the bravo sternjacks come out of hiding. I hope someone can find a Alpha Sternjack in their closet for me.

Mine is sold!