Thanks for the suggestions, TBM
1. Water pump check - can I do that with the engine running and cold? That's what I did. There's not a whole lot of pressure or suction but it is flowing. I disconnected where it comes out of the heater first and the flow was less than when I checked the hose going in to the heater. The thermostat has been removed. I made a video recording of the result
https://youtu.be/CQTs_J-ky5o2. Will look into the air lock next.
Thanks again,
Brad