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Selam needs my tuk-tuk repaired to get back to work in Gondar
Selam's my tuk-tuk is Selam's only source of income and needs an engine head gasket replacement costing $50.
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 4 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $50. 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 2 children. Before the breakdown I worked nine 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.
All money will go toward the parts and labor on the estimate, with a small amount for road tax and insurance renewal.
Where the $50 goes:
• Labor charges: $15
• Towing and inspection: $10
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $25
Thanks for being kind about this.
- Selam
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Good luck, Selam. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Blessings.
Sending love. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Hubballi.
Best of luck, Selam. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
Hang in there, Selam. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Gondar.