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João needs my tuk-tuk repaired to get back to work in Guarulhos
Without my tuk-tuk João can't work; a $650 repair would put him back on the road.
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 12 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $650. 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 twelve 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 $650 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $420
• Labor charges: $80
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $80
• Towing and inspection: $70
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
Updates from João
Wanted to say thank you properly. 54% funded and I made the first payment toward towing and inspection.
Update from Guarulhos: I made the first payment toward towing and inspection. We're at 25% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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wishing you the best, João. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.
Wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Lahore donated after I showed her your page. All the best
Stay strong, João. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Thinking of Guarulhos.
wishing you peace, João. Small businesses are the heart of Guarulhos. Hope you're open again soon. Love from Ciudad de México.
Wishing you peace, João. Looking forward to the next update. Take care.