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Usually with chicks the temp is about 90 for the first week, and decreased by 5 degrees each week. So, at 6 weeks they should be able to tolerate 65 degrees. But if they seem cold, just make sure they have a cool spot in their brooder to get to if you continue the heat lamp. My chicks are...

It is best to put chick grit in a separate container from food, and they should take what they need without getting too much (if it is in the feed.) Occasional gaping and neck twisting is a sign of adjusting the crop. Stop the heat since they should be feathered out and 70 degrees is plenty warm...