I would try the extended battery.For some reason they are putting the Droid1 batteries in D2 and D2G,and they dont last long on the D1.I would look online,Verizon is a pain in the ass.you also need a new battery cover for it.
They shouldnt be giving out Refurbished Droids,People brought these phones back for a reason and I think some of the problems still exist in them. My kids 2nd droid 2 started acting up the day he got it.
I think this control center sounds great,One click methods are great when your changing roms and such and dont wanna spend the time going the long way.