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Re: Patrick Stephens Stoneham Special GMA 219

Yes please, I would love to see some more pictures of GMA 219, I first read Building and racing my 750 around 1959 aged 6 a copy a friend of my farther lent me,In fact it was the first book that I ever bought for myself, GMA 219 left a lasting impression on me, 47 years later I got hold of a rolling chassis and V5 to build my own special,and 10 years on I have now actually started work on it.

Location: Pembrokeshire

Re: Patrick Stephens Stoneham Special GMA 219

I found the book in the library at tech college when I was 18.I can see why it inspired many special builders of the time.It was a far better book than Haynes's.

Re: Patrick Stephens Stoneham Special GMA 219

The start point of the special was a Supercharged Ulster, the engine was naturally aspirated with the original inlet manifold from the Cozette to the block, fitted inverted, with a downdraught carburettor. The crankcase of the Stoneham Special engine remains in active use.

Re: Patrick Stephens Stoneham Special GMA 219

I also found the book in local my library when still at school, with me too it left a lasting impression and after I had learnt to drive started a life long obsession. Stuart will probably know, but I believe the engine is now in a Ulster, I have no idea what happened to the chassis.

Location: Auckland NZ