1 A number of people have gone through several water pumps. They don't shatter like the first, they just run hot and leak. Check and backflush each part of the cooling system.
2. Could be many things. Take care of number 3 first.
3. Check the condition and operation of the IMRC if you can, replace if necessary.
4. Many stores like Autozone will read codes free in all states but CA.
5. No need to replace bar. Poly bushings are available.
6. Junkyard!