Did you order the top plates from BMW ebay? They came quick.Well a final for note, The car is now up and running again with new disks, callipers and pads on front plus 2 new struts and top plates.
So my dear wife is happy she can get to work again without any trouble,
Just wanted to thank every one who replied and gave me the benefit of their advice and expertise much appreciated, It's great to have a forum like this to back up my limited prowess So thanks again and keep up the good work, regards Frank