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Help Jackson replace the engine head gasket and return to work
Jackson's my taxi is Jackson's only source of income and needs an engine head gasket replacement costing $1,500.
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I make my living with my taxi. 4 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,500. 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 six 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 $1,500 goes:
• Towing and inspection: $100
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $1,150
• Labor charges: $250
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Hope it all works out, Jackson. I hope things turn around soon. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.
Hope it all works out. Small businesses are the heart of Glasgow. Hope you're open again soon. God bless.
Shared this with my family. Wish I lived closer to Rochester so I could bring a meal
Keep going, Jackson. Hope you get there. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.
Good luck. Shared this with my family. Please keep us posted. Love from Madrid.
Good luck. Hope you make a strong comeback
small businesses are the heart of Glasgow. Hope you're open again soon. I'll check back for the next update.
Sending strength, Jackson. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Abuja.