I have a full set of Fox and like the ride. I don't know what you'll actually notice just changing rears unless your current shocks are completely smoked.
They won't give you a new transmission, they'll top it off and say it's good to go. You can try to get someone to come out when you arrive and check the level with them so now they can't say "it was fine when we pulled it in"
Add the factory inside fender liners too so the wheel well doesn't get sandblasted. I take mine down one a year to clean up there and spray fluid film.
I've driven a customers Jeep that the front driveshaft u joint was so frozen up the whole thing shook like crazy. Make sure to actually take down the shafts to check, not just for looseness.
I see where you're coming from but frames are boxed now a days so unless it's done in a pristine environment and can't be fully submerged then moisture is likely going to be locked in. The backside of a panel is exposed so it can also dry. Also panels are typically treated in some way in a decent environment or dipped into some type of anti corrosive coating. Nothings perfect and it's all point of view or opinion.
Ya that email is full blown retail pricing. You can do a lot better. Pros are you have a warranty, the only con is if you never use it and just waste money. I guess it's a pro that the truck didn't break though!
So it's freezing cold here and I removed my door panel to have a dent pulled out. While reinstalling I snapped the plastic piece that holds the locking rod on the lock actuator. Wondering if anyone has an old one laying around they don't need? I'd hate to spend over $100 for a little plastic piece and I don't have a 3D printer to try to make one. This is on the right rear door (passenger)
Leveled, aftermarket lights. Trucks are good, just remember more people come online to complain then anything else so don't take it all to heart. Take care of the truck and it will take care of you.