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My motorbike: Madeline's only way to earn a living
Madeline's my motorbike is Madeline's only source of income and needs a rear axle replacement costing $1,050.
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I make my living with my motorbike. 10 weeks ago the rear axle 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 2 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 $1,050 goes:
• rear axle replacement (parts): $580
• Labor charges: $160
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $240
• Towing and inspection: $70
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Madeline
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Is rear axle replacement (parts) the biggest cost or is there more coming?
It's all in the list in the story. rear axle replacement (parts) is the big one at $580, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks for looking so closely.
Hang in there. Looking forward to the next update. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Jakarta Barat
How is Madeline doing now?
Wishing you the best, Madeline. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Jakarta Barat!
Hang in there, Madeline. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Madeline?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about rear axle replacement (parts), advice is welcome too. Let me know if you want more detail.
Sending good thoughts, Madeline. Hope you make a strong comeback. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Nairobi
Rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Blessings
Hope things get better soon. Looking forward to the next update. God bless
stay strong. I hope things turn around soon. I hope October is when things finally get easier
praying for you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best.
Thinking of you, Madeline. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings