Duct-Taping a muffler :-)

[Titan]

Hi all, I know this is a hardware forum so I don't know what can get more hardware than this

On my trip back from the 4th weekend today a part of the muffler on my car broke and is hanging down. (a piece near the engine) It is VERY loud and I can re-set the pieces back, but they won't stay. Until I can get a garage appointment, can I use duct tape to hold the pieces together? I know it gets very hot on mufflers, and want to be safe. My other alternative would be to use a coat hanger, but tape is easier.

Love and peace,
~Titan

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[Viper GTS]

A wire coat hanger would probably be better, as it won't be affected by the heat.

Duct tape could do some nasty things on a muffler (think smelly smoke).

Viper GTS