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Help Paisley replace the gearbox and return to work
Paisley drives for a living in Sacramento, and a broken gearbox has stopped all income for 6 weeks.
🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States1,982 views
I make my living with my school-run minibus. 6 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,050. 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 nine 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.
All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal.
Where the $1,050 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $530
• Labor charges: $160
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $200
• Towing and inspection: $160
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. We're a small family in Quezon City but we're thinking of you
Sending strength, Paisley. Looking forward to the next update. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care
Thinking of you and your family, Paisley. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Sacramento.
stay strong, Paisley. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Blessings.
You're not alone. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. Blessings.