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My tuk-tuk: Kinsley's only way to earn a living
Without my tuk-tuk Kinsley can't work; a $1,600 repair would put her back on the road.
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 12 weeks ago the fuel pump failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,600. 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 two daughters and my mother. 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 $1,600 goes:
• fuel pump replacement (parts): $910
• Labor charges: $290
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $300
• Towing and inspection: $100
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Kinsley
Updates from Kinsley
35% there. the plan for labor charges is now scheduled. Thank you.
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You're not alone, Kinsley. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 25 people at work.
Stay strong. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to Kyiv so I could bring a meal
Good luck, Kinsley. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 5 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.
Keep going, Kinsley. It takes guts to ask. Well done
wishing you the best. Small businesses are the heart of Toronto. Hope you're open again soon. All the best.