Jamnw, yes to both. Lube plate is great for keeping front end clean, bed saver easily pays for itself first time you need it. Unlike others, I sometimes get distracted in the middle of a task, regardless how perfect your hitch is, if you make a mistake or forget a step, then the cost of repairs are many, many times the cost of a bed saver. I have towed a fiver for over 10 years, never needed the bed saver, but glad it's there when I eventually jack something up. Don't let pride get in the way of a logical decision. Just my .02
Thanks.