Some vehicles have electronic control of the fan clutch (like my F-350). Ours does not, so the coolant temp sensor doesn’t matter.
I also believe, and others have confirmed similar data, that low 200s on coolant temp is normal in our hot climates. It’s 105 in north Texas at the moment, and I...
Stop and go and low speed will give you higher temps. Also, if you downshifted at highway speed your trans temp will go up. Absolutely normal. Trans is working harder and less airflow.
Does the truck "glide" alright when you're off the accelerator? Almost sounds like its trying to push through a lot of resistance (like dragging brakes), which would also potentially cause it to run hot. Are those tires 35s? If so, was it regeared?
Have you checked if you have any codes? I don't believe your symptoms are normal at all, although checking that all the lights and switches are in working order, as others have said, is a good first step. If it is roaring from the getgo before the truck even has a chance to warm up (outside of...