Have 55 plate td4, 5dr. Reading horror stories of diff damage if vcu not replaced. 60 000 miles now. Dont think any probs yet although bit of a background whine similar to bad bearing noise. Had it checked out,bearings seem fine. Goodrich ko tyres could cause whine. Wonder if anyone has taken 2wd option using plate. 4wd not essential although occasionally useful. Thinking plate could save future probs. Wonder about long term use after fitting this plate. Any experience, advice? Cheers.