i will remove the top radiator hose and fill it and see what happens...does the air work its way out on its own? should the overflow tank be full to the top? i filled it to the top and it overflows out the drain hose. The water sets about an inch from the top when it cools.

i will check out the water pump tomorrow ... is it a big job to change? looks like a lot of work getting in there. looks like the radiator would have to come out to do it.

and thanks man