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My food truck: Thawatchai's only way to earn a living
Thawatchai drives for a living in Bang Khen, and a broken fuel pump has stopped all income for 7 weeks.
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I make my living with my food truck. 7 weeks ago the fuel pump failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $300. 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 1 children. 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.
All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal.
Where the $300 goes:
• Labor charges: $55
• fuel pump replacement (parts): $155
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $90
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
Updates from Thawatchai
Wanted to say thank you properly. 7% funded and the plan for fuel pump replacement is now scheduled.
Thank you all. We're at 5% now ($15). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.
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- Exceptional service
The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.
- Professional and kind
I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.
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Keep going, Thawatchai. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings
is there anything that isn't money that would help Thawatchai?
Thank you. If you're in Bang Khen I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Appreciate you taking the time.
Wishing you peace, Thawatchai. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'll check back for the next update
How is Thawatchai doing now?
Best of luck, Thawatchai. Hope this works out for you. Put this on a community board in Casablanca this morning. Take care.
Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Bang Khen.
Sending good thoughts. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Guadalajara.
Sending good thoughts. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My neighbor in San Antonio donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from San Antonio
Thinking of you and your family, Thawatchai. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Saint Petersburg
keep going, Thawatchai. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Greetings from Guarulhos.
Praying for you, Thawatchai. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 34 people at work. Take care
Rooting for you, Thawatchai. Your post was clear and honest. Take care
Small businesses are the heart of Bang Khen. Hope you're open again soon. Sent it to 6 people at work.
Sending strength, Thawatchai. Your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 22 people at work.