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Get Irmak back on the road: my pickup repair fund
Irmak drives for a living in Üsküdar, and a broken engine head gasket has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
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I make my living with my pickup. 3 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $450. 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 wife and our newborn. Before the breakdown I worked ten hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next three 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 $450 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $280
• Labor charges: $55
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $50
• Towing and inspection: $65
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Irmak
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thanks for sharing this. Hope the shop reopens soon. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.
So sorry you're going through this, Irmak. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Piraeus.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Irmak
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. engine head gasket replacement (parts) is the biggest at $280. Appreciate you taking the time.
Rooting for you, Irmak. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 6 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings!
Sending good thoughts. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Mumbai
Hope the shop reopens soon. Love from Toronto.
Good luck, Irmak. Hope you make a strong comeback. I hope October is when things finally get easier.
Hope things get better soon. Small businesses are the heart of Üsküdar. Hope you're open again soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Love from Leeds!
Wishing you peace, Irmak. Looking forward to the next update. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.
Stay strong, Irmak. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings.
So sorry you're going through this. Shared this with my family. Thinking of Üsküdar.
Thanks for sharing this, Irmak. Gave what I could, wish it was more. All the best.
Hang in there, Irmak. Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update.