Well I tried the burping thing today. I dont think that was the problem but I did discover something in the process that very well could be the problem.
I drove the car up a very steap little hill and pulled the upper radiator hose off, started the car and poured water in the hose as needed to maintain the water level (it really didnt take much at all). I let the car run like this for a while.
Well this is what I noticed, at about 80C which is what the t-stat is rated at, only a slight flow of water came out of the radiator where the upper hose goes. This flow did not increase even when the car started to get closer towards 100C. The flow of water was only enough to create a steady steam without dripping (a little larger than a piss stream) and reving the engine did not increase the flow any noticable amount.
So here is what I am thinking (please give me some feedback on this):

1. The radiator may be the problem even though it does allow a great flow when flushed out with a water hose

2. The water pump may not be up to par, never had this happen but i assume it could be a possibilty

3. whatever ideas yall come up with

Any input is appreciated. Thanks guys

Chris