Replacing the exhaust...

[Ldub]

So you think band clamps would be good enough?

Bart

If you're talking about hose clamps when you refer to "band clamps", then NO, they're not strong enough.

You need exhaust clamps...

Any parts store should have what you need, but for visual reference...

http://cgi.ebay.com/Heavy-Duty-U-Bol...item5631e985be