(1971) Thermoquad rebuild question?

I believe this is called a hot idle compensator?
Does anyone know how it is removed without damaging it?
Does anyone know if one is available somewhere?
Is it possible to eliminate it and plug it?
Thank you.

I'd ask:

1. Scott Smith Harms

http://www.harmsauto.com/

2. Ken Manley

https://www.facebook.com/groups/254276841687055