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Shafiq needs my motorbike repaired to get back to work in Khulna
Shafiq's my motorbike is Shafiq's only source of income and needs a gearbox replacement costing $150.
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I make my living with my motorbike. 12 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $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 family of five. Before the breakdown I worked eleven 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.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $150 goes:
• gearbox replacement (parts): $65
• Labor charges: $30
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $20
• Towing and inspection: $35
Glad we found this place.
Updates from Shafiq
Wanted to say thank you properly. 20% funded and I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($35 in total) the plan for gearbox replacement is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
40% there. I made the first payment toward road tax and insurance renewal. Thank you.
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Shafiq
Sure. The biggest one is gearbox replacement (parts), $65. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one.
Good luck, Shafiq. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Wishing you the best, Shafiq. Shared this with my family
hope things get better soon, Shafiq. Your post was clear and honest. I hope October is when things finally get easier.
So sorry you're going through this, Shafiq. Hope you get there. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.
small businesses are the heart of Khulna. Hope you're open again soon. Don't give up. Love from Jodhpur.
So sorry you're going through this, Shafiq. Hope this works out for you.
Sending love, Shafiq. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too
Sending strength. Small businesses are the heart of Khulna. Hope you're open again soon.