Seems I never got notified of your response.
Yes, what you are saying makes sense.
I have not yet tackled this, however, it would appear the actual source of the vibration is these broken clamps on Photo 1 (one on each pipe); and an easy(?) solution is to use a clamp like the one in Photo 2.
I am guessing those clamps come in different configurations as it seems I would one with the "hook" parallel to the ring.
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Originally Posted by HGV
I would open a hole in the bracket and smooth out the edges so there is no sharp spots, then buy a stainless steel hose clamp and fish it through the hole and then reconnect and tighten up. Might consider using a piece of bent steel to act as a should for the hose clamp to bear against so that it doesn't get cut.
Does this make sense?
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