Coolant topped off. Ran on fake a lake in the driveway.
Temp climbed to 210 but it took some time and I revved it a little without the transmission engaged. Water flow was good. No smoke or burning smell. Only needed 1qt of coolant to replace what I lost.

I know I'm super sensitive to the issue right now. However, I don't ever remember seeing that temp when on a hose. I know higher than idle on the hose will cause temp rise since supply is much less than demand.

After getting to 240* could the thermostat be toast?