That would be much appreciated Marc.
I cant seem to send you a mail though - cant see it anywhere or even I can pm you? Perhaps I havent posted enough?
anyway my email is ben at brokerpartners co uk
thanks a million

Ben

Ps - checked the transmission fluid - that looks clean and enough in. Not checked diff fluid yet. Not sure how to check the inch valve although I have followed it from the brake pedal so sort of know the location where I should be looking.

Pretty sure there must be one as if I put brake on and rev no movement and engine revs freely, take pedal off and rev and it sounds strained.

When stuck in mud (which it is) should the wheels freely spin as it would with a car when stuck? all I get is a small "try" then it stops.