The bypass was done and the tranny fluid and coolant looked fine.
However, I went ahead and replaced the radiator with an aftermarket unit the first week I had it so I've undone the bypass now. Did the timing chains/tensioners, serpentine belt and tensioner, water pump, PCV, rotors and pads including ebrakes, cabin filter, oil pressure sensor, front wheel bearings and thermostat while I was at it.
The car is in pretty good shape but had some rust at the wheels and the passenger bearing was shot and the oil pressure sensor was too.
Running great now, just have to fix the roof rack bolts that are twisting in the nutserts and rewrite the roof lights and I'm good for now.
Thanks for the welcome.