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My tuk-tuk: Zinhle's only way to earn a living
Without my tuk-tuk Zinhle can't work; a $450 repair would put her back on the road.
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 5 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 nine hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next three 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 $450 goes:
• engine head gasket replacement (parts): $330
• Labor charges: $45
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $45
• Towing and inspection: $30
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
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Good luck, Zinhle. Looking forward to the next update. All the best.
praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Stockholm
Thanks for sharing this. Hope the shop reopens soon. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Belfast.
Good luck, Zinhle. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Blessings
So sorry you're going through this. Small businesses are the heart of Durban. Hope you're open again soon. My husband and I read this together
wishing you the best. Hope the shop reopens soon. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Hang in there, Zinhle. Hope the shop reopens soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.
Stay strong, Zinhle. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Ottawa.
You're not alone, Zinhle. Hope you get there. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best.
You're not alone, Zinhle. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Sent it to 8 people at work. All the best.