Jet to front of block, then tstat out to exhaust mani (lower port), then out of top ports into elbows
Ok,
This will be a bit of work, but worth it.
Rotate the elbows for the manifold water on the bottom 180°, feed them directly off the pump after the valve.
From the hose on the top of the manifold to the front of block, from the t-stat housing to the riser. You may want to restrict the rear riser hoses with a washer or you can tap the fitting and install brass Allen plug then drill it with a 3/8" hole.
This will provide warmer water to the engine and get some heat in it, you can safely run 140-150°F all day long.
GT