All is good!!
Finally back on the road after nearly a grand and a month parked,he eventually got it on a tow also he spotted a cracked return pipe on the filter which he changed,It felt so good barrelling up the road home,it was only a short spin but it felt a bit more responsive and powerful although the mpg's were down to 31.5 but were slowly climbing,tomorrow will tell more,thanks to everyone for your help much appreciated!!