At this page:

http://wetwesties.tripod.com/Journeys1/21.htm
Journeys Under Difficult Conditions

It says:

Note: 

The power unit protection plate can only be installed on VW Transporter
vehicles with Diesel engine when the noise capsule is removed, this Is
however not permitted in Germany. Vehicles with the power unit protection
plate can only be driven outside the Federal Republic of Germany.

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Do I understand right that the heat shield in question is illegal in
Germany?
If so , it changes everything and methinks I will leave it out..

Rachel