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William needs my tuk-tuk repaired to get back to work in London
William drives for a living in London, and a broken transmission has stopped all income for 7 weeks.
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I make my living with my tuk-tuk. 7 weeks ago the transmission 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 wife and our newborn. Before the breakdown I worked twelve 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.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $1,600 goes:
• transmission replacement (parts): $950
• Labor charges: $320
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $260
• Towing and inspection: $70
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- William
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Thanks for sharing this, William. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of London.
Hope things get better soon, William. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Jakarta Barat.
Sending love. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope May is when things finally get easier. God bless.
Hope things get better soon, William. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Blessings.