No i didnt disable it, it was off due to a stuffed sensor on the drivers side, i have got one to fit but thought id try it without the ABS, i will be pulling the fuse next time.
Thanks for the replies tho guys, makes me feel a lot better about the car when you have a good blast.
Yeah i know i should sort out a harness bar asap, its been on my to-do lost for ages. lol. Baz did you just weld plates or weld and bolt plates onto the inside of the arch?