basically everything is new, less than 10000kms old. most even less.

the thermostat i got does not have the juggle pin, and is an 82c one. so hot already.

I have ordered a 71c one and will drill a 1/16th hole in it to sort out the bleeding issue.
as of right now I am doing it on a slight incline. not to steep. and letting it get to temp without the cap on. a few bubles here and there. not much, but the upper rad hose continously has issues filling with water. so I am thinking that is my issue. I will park it on the steep section of my drive way and have another go.

otherwise I am going out and buying a 2010 landcruiser cab/chassis with the v8 diesel.