the problem with stainless is its structure, similar to aluminium, hard to bend when cold as it tears unless there is a decent sized radius, it does not like sharp corners. there is also the shear factor involved which some people do not understand.
its fine to change mild steel that has been chrome or zink plated for stainless but not advisable where shear forces are involved. Shock mounts are one place that is to be avoided. if its cosmetic , a bend will get lines across the bend which will need polishing out , that in turn makes the cross section thinner.