Thanks guys, I figured the flapper worked similar to a thermostat and being from South Texas I wasn't concerned about extreme cold.
The excess heat to the carburetor is another story. Thanks for the input!
I've also posted in the parts wanted category.
Hopefully something will turn up.
Jerry


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