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Weston needs my tuk-tuk repaired to get back to work in Grand Rapids

Without my tuk-tuk Weston can't work; a $1,850 repair would put him back on the road.

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Weston P. McDonald
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Grand Rapids
I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 5 weeks ago the fuel pump failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,850. 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 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 $1,850 goes: • fuel pump replacement (parts): $1,250 • Labor charges: $135 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $320 • Towing and inspection: $145 Glad we found this place. - Weston

Updates from Weston

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 11% funded and we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 20% funded and the plan for labor charges is now scheduled.

  3. 69% there. I met with the mechanic and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

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  • sending strength. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Thinking of Grand Rapids.

    • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Weston.

      • Weston P. McDonaldOwnerAnswerID verified

        Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. fuel pump replacement (parts) comes first ($1,250) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. I'll keep the page updated.

    • Sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope November is when things finally get easier. God bless

      • Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Grand Rapids!

        • Weston P. McDonaldOwnerAnswerID verified

          Thank you. If you're in Grand Rapids I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Happy to explain more.

      • Stay strong. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

        • Ganesh G. VoraPhoto verified

          hang in there, Weston. This could happen to any of us. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like

          • Wishing you the best, Weston. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Lagos.

            • Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 7 years ago and strangers helped me out. All the best.

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