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Get Kavitha back on the road: my tuk-tuk repair fund

Kavitha's my tuk-tuk is Kavitha's only source of income and needs a transmission replacement costing $260.

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Kavitha Gowda
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 6 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $260. 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 2 children. Before the breakdown I worked twelve 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. All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal. Where the $260 goes: • transmission replacement (parts): $180 • Labor charges: $45 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $30 • Towing and inspection: $5 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Kavitha

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  • what's already covered and what's the $260 for?

    • Kavitha GowdaOwnerAnswerAddress verifiedID verified

      It's all in the list in the story. transmission replacement (parts) is the big one at $180, I'll post a receipt when it's paid.

  • wishing you the best, Kavitha. I hope things turn around soon. Don't give up. Love from Belém!

    • so sorry you're going through this. Hope the shop reopens soon.

      • Rooting for you. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Gazipur

        • Good luck. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Mar del Plata

          • Keep going. Your post was clear and honest. Take care.

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