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Help Ake replace the transmission and return to work

Ake's my tuk-tuk is Ake's only source of income and needs a transmission replacement costing $450.

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Ake Dusit Laohakul
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Khon Kaen
I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 5 weeks ago the transmission 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 younger brothers and sisters. Before the breakdown I worked ten 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 $450 goes: โ€ข Labor charges: $40 โ€ข Road tax and insurance renewal: $40 โ€ข transmission replacement (parts): $370 Thanks for being kind about this.

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  • Viktor Lindstrรถm ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช ยท $85

    โ€œThought of Ake all day after reading this. - Stockholmโ€

  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช ยท $62.50
  • Meltem Meltem DoฤŸan ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ ยท $50

    โ€œAll the best. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Eindhovenโ€

  • Kylie E. Gray ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ยท $50
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $25
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ยท $15
  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ยท $10

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2.9(7 reviews)

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  • Raymond R. Walsh๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟVerified helper
    Made a real difference

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Aiden Knight๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งVerified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Luca Massimo Rizzo๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡นVerified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Vasanthi E. Sivakumar๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Amazing support system

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Nadeesha Buddhini Wanigasekara๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ฐVerified helper
    Made me feel heard

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Went above and beyond

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Hatice Yavuz๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Jing Hong XuQuestionPhoto verified

    is there anything that isn't money that would help Ake?

    • Rooting for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't give up. God bless

      • Francisca Juliana SampaioID verifiedPhoto verified

        hope you make a strong comeback. Blessings!

        • Small businesses are the heart of Khon Kaen. Hope you're open again soon. We're a small family in Multan but we're thinking of you

          • Sending strength, Ake. Hope you get there.

            • wishing you peace, Ake. Shared this with my family. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best.

              • Stay strong, Ake. Hope this works out for you.

                • Hope things get better soon, Ake. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Nairobi.

                  • Tarun M. MittalPhoto verified

                    wishing you peace, Ake. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.

                    • a colleague of mine might know someone for this in Khon Kaen. I'll ask around and let you know

                      • Best of luck. Hope the shop reopens soon. God bless

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