Many thanks for all that have responded.I have no doubt that the set of circumstances were unusual to say the least.I have visited west drayton in the past and have a good respect for controllers and I think that was the main reason for my post that I had to manouver, albeit without consent so the confliction is not lost on me.If any lessons can be gained by interested parties then it will continue to be debated as a what if scenario.
Regards,Max.