I have a set of Midland GXT3000VP4 GMRS Two-Way Radios. They've worked flawlessly every single time. I haven't brought myself to ditch my Cobra CB radio yet though.
OK. Remember when you go to check the fluid, your Jeep should be level, the motor should be at normal operating temp, engine running, foot on brake, run shifter slowly from P - D & D - P, then check your dip stick.
Did you have vacuum assistance the whole time with just key on before the move? Honestly, now I'll have to check if I do without the motor running and just the key on.
When I installed my new radio, I had to change the ACC time out settings through Jscan. I'm assuming when the wind took your door for a loop it broke a wire in the loom to let the Jeep know when your door is open or closed. Changing the time out settings will make your radio turn off. I'd still...