Creative fixes that actually worked

[Drakor]

After jamming a random scrap into a tricky spot, I was surprised it lasted longer than expected.
What’s the most creative shop fix or repurpose you’ve pulled off that ended up outlasting its 'temporary' label?

 

[hammertime]

Once used some old metal to fix a bent shelf as a temp solution. Guess what? It's still there after three years! It didn't know it was only supposed to be temporary.

 

[crucibleking]

Fixed a cracked toolbox handle with duct tape way back when. I thought it would be a quick fix, but it lasted through tons of jobs. Sometimes, the quick fixes work out best.

 

[thedailygrind]

I once fixed a busted clamp with a coat hanger for a day, but it held steel for months. Some temp solutions just won't give up.