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My delivery van: Álvaro's only way to earn a living

Álvaro's my delivery van is Álvaro's only source of income and needs a gearbox replacement costing $1,200.

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Álvaro N. Ríos
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Yonkers
I make my living with my delivery van. 8 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,200. 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 two daughters and my mother. Before the breakdown I worked twelve 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. All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal. Where the $1,200 goes: • gearbox replacement (parts): $550 • Labor charges: $150 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $320 • Towing and inspection: $180 Thanks for being kind about this.

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    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    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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  • Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Bandung.

    • Best of luck, Álvaro. Small businesses are the heart of Yonkers. Hope you're open again soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

      • Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Jinja.

        • Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Love from Peoria.

          • wishing you the best, Álvaro. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. All the best.

            • So sorry you're going through this, Álvaro. Hope you make a strong comeback. After 11 years in customer support I know how hard it is to ask for anything.

              • Hang in there, Álvaro. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

                • hang in there, Álvaro. This could happen to any of us. Don't give up. All the best.

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