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Am I Completely Screwed?
I'm planning on moving out of my parents' house soon (hopefully in August), but I have a problem. I currently don't have a car that runs. I bought a Ford Mustang, but it's got a problem with it's wheel bearing and I don't even know when it'll be fixed. The part it needs is on back order and its already been a while. There aren't any taxis in my town and if worse comes to worse, I could ride a bike until my car gets fixed, but is there anything else I can do? Please don't try to talk me into staying with my patents until my car is fixed. I absolutely can't do that for so many reasons. Not the least of which is just that I'm too old to live with them, I need to get my life on track and get started on my plans for my life, I need my freedom and independence, and I need to get away from my unpleasant, controlling, verbally abusive father. There are many, many other reasons, but these are the big ones.
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You say your town doesn't have taxi's so I am going to assume it is a relatively small town. Is it possible to walk or ride your bike wherever you need to go? Maybe you could throw a friend a few bucks for gas if you need to get someplace outside of walking distance. Have you considered a motorcycle or moped? They are easy on gas and can get you anywhere a car can go. It is good that you are going ahead with your plans to move out. It sounds like you need a place of you own very badly!Good luck!
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maybe you can move in with a room mate that has a car that they are willing to let you borrow from time to time or a friend that will drive you places or rent a car for a little while when you are sure about your car being fixed. That is all i got, or take the bus...or walk(not likely)
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The only thing I can think of is to ask whoever is fixing your car to try the junk yards to see if a usable bearing can be found that they can clean and regrease to use on your car until the new one comes in. It isn't the greatest fix but I think it will work until the new part arrives.
Generally cars that are junked have many usable parts. Bearings may not be considered usable parts because it is hard to see inside them to see if they are damaged or worn out. I believe a good exterior inspection should tell them enough to know whether it would be safe to install to use for local around town low speed driving.
You have nothing to lose by asking. You may be asked to pay twice for the same repair. At the very least you will have transportation to and from work.
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