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My taxi: Julian's only way to earn a living
Julian drives for a living in Bakersfield, and a broken fuel pump has stopped all income for 10 weeks.
🇺🇸 California, United States807 views
I make my living with my taxi. 10 weeks ago the fuel pump failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,150. 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 3 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 $1,150 goes:
• fuel pump replacement (parts): $490
• Labor charges: $360
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $210
• Towing and inspection: $90
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
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Thinking of you, Julian. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Manila.
wishing you the best, Julian. Hope this works out for you.
Hang in there, Julian. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Chandler.
Thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless
Sending strength, Julian. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier