after several weeks of head scratching-the PT overheating is solved. I replaced the coolant sensor and it didn't quit overheating.
Then, we checked the fan motor-deader than a door nail. so, long story short-7 bolts, 1 plug and the part was replaced in about 2 hours, along with $180 for the new assembly (Shroud/Motor). On the new part-they did omit the hardest bolt :) !!!
Thanks for all the input-pe2