RE: Muffler Extention
This method is the traditional way to make bends for brass instruments: (trumpets etc):
Anneal the tube by heating to a healthy dark red glow
Let air cool
Plug one end and fill with molten lead
When cold bend the tube over a (wooden) form
If the inside of the bend developes wrinkles hammer them out wit a small suitable hammer (ball head)
Melt out the lead
Sand and polish the tube