If you are replacing part of your Air Cooled VW Exhaust, we recommend installing new hardware. New Exhaust Hardware is essential to getting a quality fit of your new exhaust. Rusty or broken hardware can even cause dangerous leaks and result in unnecessary maintenance charges. Correct muffler to heat exchanger gasket, 1200cc - 1600cc engines. 1974-1979 Beetles.
Tech Note: Due to the high temperature Exhaust Systems endure, their fasteners tend to corrode quickly. Don't forget to use "Anti Seize Lubricant" when you are replacing Exhaust Components. You will thank yourself for thinking ahead.