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Help Christian replace the engine head gasket and return to work
Without my delivery van Christian can't work; a $200 repair would put him back on the road.
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I make my living with my delivery van. 10 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $200. 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 family of five. Before the breakdown I worked twelve 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 $200 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $105
• Towing and inspection: $15
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $80
With deep gratitude,
Christian
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wishing you the best, Christian. Small businesses are the heart of Taguig. Hope you're open again soon.
Sending love. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 10 people at work. Greetings from Sydney
Wishing you the best, Christian. Your post was clear and honest
So sorry you're going through this, Christian. Hope you get there. God bless.
wishing you the best. Hope the shop reopens soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Kingston.