Thanks Pondgirl and Ian,I haven't thought of your route pondgirl I will check this route  I have been in the Viehla tunnel area climbing years ago, is this the N260 road down to Pont de Suert  ?
Ian I will try to sleep in back of van if there is any space left LOL !!!! I am also hoping to bring roofing sheets down with me as  there is quite a difference in price and the wifes over the moon that all the stuff I've been hoarding for years will finally been gone :)