agree there are pros and cons
Remember when changing the check list it must work for your type of operations, for example in Moscow, flaps in winter are a very late item.
Transition is not at 180, so cosideration should be given to the differences in available time after transition.
Lastly should there be an incident then the lawyers will have a field day, as you might have not complied with the manufactures procedures.
But I would say: if it works for you do it.
Glf