Heater Hose shut off?

I drive my car untill the snow flies and heat is required some of those days, however I noticed the amount of heat generated in the cabin from the heater box with just coolant flow is pretty high.

For the hot summer days I'd like to put a ball valve inline on the supply side.

Any downside to this? Anyone try it?

try this................. 8)

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