Thanks everybody. The Michelin defender it is, 600 bucks at Discount tire. Like I say I really need a softer ride -- so want to double check that these will provide that. I'll ask for the H rating. Always had Michelins before I bought these Yokohamas last time (never again).

Going to Calgary is big on my bucket list. Such a beautiful place.

I used one of the RELD test kits and the fluid stayed as blue as BB King. N I C E. After the engine was about 208 or so I think, I revved it and coolant came through and even partially melted that test tube. So naturally the color changed, but up till I did that it was always a steady blue. Tried to...

my bad on the threads. they say to put in the tester, start the engine and let it come up to temperature (10 minutes or so -- 206F I think it was) and it stayed blue the whole time. anyway -- 297 bucks (wtf?) to replace thermostat at Midas 1.8 hours labor which is nonsense. will try again to replace...

I ordered a 9125615, which looks like it may be it. It's an elbow. Yes, LH fender the round one I believe. -- thanks Neil.