Don't know if this counts as a redneck fix...but it definitely isn't factory approved. The exhaust pipe on my 55 completely rusted/broke (under the bed) and I didn't have time/$$ for a new fix. So I took a tin can with top & bottom removed, cut it with tin snips and used muffler clamps to secure it.
Pork & Bean can exhaust patch
Quieted the truck down A LOT...and I still didn't get around to replacing it cause it works for now. Probably will get around to fixing it when everything else is done.

55 Chevy 3100 First Series
When in doubt, make it stout. Out of things you know about!
Prior planning prevents p%$$ poor performance