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Get Hailey back on the road: my tuk-tuk repair fund
Hailey drives for a living in Houston, and a broken gearbox has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 3 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,300. Without the vehicle I earn nothing.
I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask.
I support my two daughters and my mother. Before the breakdown I worked eleven hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next four months if I can just get the vehicle working.
I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $1,300 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $720
• Labor charges: $145
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $280
• Towing and inspection: $155
If you're reading this, thank you.
Updates from Hailey
We're at 2% thanks to 1 of you. the plan for road tax and insurance renewal is now scheduled. More news soon.
Small update. $55 so far, I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts.
Update from Houston: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 4% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Hope this works out for you. After 27 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Houston.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Houston
Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Aurangabad.
Good luck. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I hope July is when things finally get easier. Take care
Shared it with a few friends. After 19 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything.