[3sonfather]

Too busy to read every word of this post but here's some input for what it's worth: if you start drilling holes in the AFM flap, I would think that would cause degraded performance since the flap will not open as quickly or as far during throttle since air wont be forced completely around the flap - but through it. Also, the low voltage circuit in the AFM is non linear, in fact it is somewhat parabolic meaning its resistance rises to some point then falls. It is fully relational with the other sensors.
Although I truely respect the creative spirit of this topic, I doubt whether there are any gainers here. I'm afraid Motronics has got the best of us. Good luck and have fun!
Scott