Some good info thanks. Guess I have not been on this forum enough and did not realize the details you guys get into.
Yes just the top radiator hose is all that will be needed hose and antifreeze. Running a 2000 Volvo parts are not at every shop and in Albuquerque most things close by 3 on a Saturday and open again Monday. The hose was off and we were chasing the parts while one of us waited at the truck in hopes of a tow. No hose options at any parts stores, mobile repairs shops, or the 2 truck stops that offer services. Hose has just enough bend and is short enough I could not cut the center out and put exhaust or other pipe in the middle to get it down the road.
The one HDT wrecker CoachNet was able to get to return their call on Saturday would not touch it due to being connected to RV.
It did get towed today finally so it's off the highway. I should have hose and both thermostats to install tomorrow. Figure not knowing conditions of thermostats and if one stuck that could have blown the hose. Also figured no antifreeze at that level so now is a good time to change them (just recently bought the truck).
Lesson learned call HDT wreckers from neighboring cities also. These guys are use to being limited in numbers and will travel an hour. Our came from Grants, NM about an hour away. The wrecker stated they would have come out Saturday if they were called. So one might call CoachNet or other services and give them first shot however like stated above they are looking for lowest price. Get on the phone and call around while you wait, if you find someone call back the service provider and let them know the contact info.