Stop in for a cup of coffee

Yes...

But I'm thinking it's a an issue of 3 "correct" parts that don't work together...

Thermostat neck (straight not angled)
Radiator (center inlet)
Hose (yeah.... that)
I was looking for the Continental #60661 but everyone was out of it. Straight stat housing and near center radiator inlet. 1717091706423.png