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My taxi: Marcos's only way to earn a living
Marcos drives for a living in Iztapalapa, and a broken engine head gasket has stopped all income for 8 weeks.
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I make my living with my taxi. 8 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $450. 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 younger brothers and sisters. Before the breakdown I worked ten 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.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $450 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $210
• Labor charges: $85
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $85
• Towing and inspection: $70
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Marcos
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Sending good thoughts, Marcos. Hope you get there. Wish I lived closer to Cebu City so I could bring a meal. God bless.