I wanted to do this this weekend but neither Orchard Supply or Home 
     Depot have M8 x 1.25 metric nuts in stainless (or any metric 
     stainless). Does anyone know of a source near the Pasadena/Glendale CA 
     area. 
     
     Thanks,
     Jeff

>>I recently used a combination of stainless steel nuts, bolts & washers and 
>>anti-sieze compound when reassemblying my exhaust. Although won't be able to 
>>see the fruits of this change for years, I'll bet that the next 
>>dissassembly/reassembly will go much much easier.  I would recommend using 
>>only stainless fasteners with anti-sieze for VW exhausts.

     
>I believe in this also.  When using stainless hardware it is extremely 
>important to use anti-sieze.  If assembled dry, the threads will gall and 
>strip while being assembled. Never to be removed again.