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My motorbike: Santiago's only way to earn a living
Santiago drives for a living in London, and a broken engine head gasket has stopped all income for 6 weeks.
🇬🇧 London, England, United Kingdom1,217 views
I make my living with my motorbike. 6 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $850. 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 4 children. 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 $850 goes:
• Labor charges: $330
• Towing and inspection: $75
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $445
I hope life is good to you.
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Best of luck, Santiago. Looking forward to the next update. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Cologne.
how is Santiago doing now?
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of London
Sending good thoughts. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of London
So sorry you're going through this, Santiago. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Take care.
Take care, Santiago. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. All the best.
stay strong, Santiago. Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Essen so I could bring a meal. Love from Gdynia.