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Originally posted by 69_hafton
I don't think I want to wire it open. I'd like the driveability to be there in cold weather. I think the valve leaks around the shaft, so this may be a problem that I can't fix.
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You're right, it shouldn't rattle at idle, and as you say, the spring may be bad, or the shaft may be shot - it has spent a lot of time in a hostile environment!
As to cold drivability, I removed mine many years ago and honestly can't tell any difference. I would suggest wiring it open just to see what happens - if it's OK, leave it open; if it runs poorly when cold, remove the wire.
