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I'd say Lao Khao causes many problems for Thais. It's way too cheap for the strength and damage it does. In the village, a few of the locals were always drunk with one guy totally incoherrent and stumbling about. How he lived until nearly 60 is amazing. Typically it was the shop bought stuff but occasionally it was a the "underground" brew from a jungle still. I tried both and one sip is one too many. Total gut rot. Also tried the Yaa Dong which is a bit more palatable due to the herbs and honey. The Thai government should forget about taxes on wine and instead tax Lao Khao at 1000% or more for the deadly damage it does. That's just in health let alone it's effect on dunk driving casualties. Amazing Thailand.

18 hours ago, CharlieH said:

I bet individuals couldnt hold up against scrutiny at what they actually have and what they are actually paid. But we cant look at that aspect. I bet that would be an eye-opener.

If only transparent and honest scrutiny was imposed on high ranking goverment ministers and generals as to their wealth vs income. That really would be an eye opener (and likely cause huge debate).

KhaoYai, 

I've been following the topic. I urge you to press ahead with getting to Thailand. Make that your focus. Deal with any complications as they actually occur. Time is precious and you will never know until you try. If you don't try you will never succeed. Never take no for an answer. Get on with it man and you will benefit mentally and physically. Think about your wife, do you want to see her? 

Best wishes. 

28 minutes ago, GWS said:

They are already fining farangs for not carrying passport in Pattaya.

Who is? 

When? 

Where exactly? 

Regular police or immigration police? 

How much is the fine? 

Source please.... 

For domestic wiring in the UK we typically have 1 cable with 3 wires inside (positive, neutral and earth) for each switch or outlet. In Thailand the wires seem to be individually connected and often without an earth wire system. Additionally, suspended ceilings have a lot of sharp metalwork that could easily become "live" if in contact with a positive cable. It often looks like spaghetti up there and it amazes me how they ever get it connected properly. 

5 hours ago, Jeffr2 said:

Labor here is so cheap, why do it yourself and take the risk?  Especially at his age.

 

RIP.

Maybe because he thought that by doing it himself the job would get done properly? Clearly he made a grave error. I always test circuit once breaker is set to off just to be sure.

3 minutes ago, ronaldo0 said:

The people in uk at check in won’t have the first idea of what visas are what really or what the application process is in Thailand . That’s the Thai immigrations job upon your arrival.

All airlines have access to entry rules for each country around the world. You'll be safe with Thai Airways but some airlines are totally anal about checking that you'll be admitted to Thailand on the visa type and date of return. If no return or a long term stay, they can be a pain in the ass and you'll have to elevate it to convince them to allow you to board the flight - I had this a few years ago with a junior check-in agent of Asiana Airlines at Heathrow. Dumb AF. Generally so long as you are on a Non-Immigrant visa you should be OK.

On 1/28/2021 at 12:15 PM, KhaoYai said:

travel to see family should be classed as essential.

Human rights laws - "Right to  a family life" apply in the UK. This is how many illiegal immigrants avoid being deported, except you want to leave the country but possibly will not be allowed to travel to be with your wife. The UK government has gone mad. What risk is it to the UK if you leave? OK, maybe do as Australia does and ensure that you're not intending to return anytime soon but you should be allowed out.

A friend here in Pattaya just rented a 2019 Honda Click 125 for 1,000 Baht for 1 month. Almost new bike. He said he went on facebook and played different rental places against each other. There are definitely bargains to be had.

56 minutes ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

 

I've had the BKK branch's burgers a couple times via delivery, and I was surprised by just how good and refreshingly different their ground beef patties taste there....

 

Dunno know why, but they are GOOD!!!  Don't have the funky strange taste that a lot of TH ground beef seems to have.

 

Arno's probably has better prices and deals. But the actual beef burgers at Prime are substantially better and better tasting.

 

Be careful, you'll be accused of owning the place... 

4 minutes ago, teacherclaire said:

I'm not that type of a youngster who wants his Moped sound like a Harley!

 

   Two reasons were important to me. These 1100 cc Yamahas have an exhaust ( collector box) under the bike that 'makes it to a two in one, I wanted a two in two exhaust which is also good for tuning purposes.

 

Second reason is that i want to be heard because every day there are people out there who almost kill me.

 

Enough thinking for others, too. I'm often riding alone and at every U turn somebody drives out. 

 

 It was for my own security, not for show. 

My comment was meant tongue in cheek. I do understand that announcing your presence is definitely a plus when driving on Thailand's roads with myopic and unobservant drivers all around. Have you noticed a difference yet in road users' behaviour? 

Back in the 1980s I put an aftermarket exhaust on my FZR1000 but just couldn't stand the noise it made (and was acutely aware of getting nicked by the cops for excessive noise). It certainly did make other road users aware though. 

27 minutes ago, Bell1234 said:

I was there for covid extension yesterday and it was quiet.. Arrived 10.45am and was done by 11.30am. Strange that your friend got turned away as it was not that busy.

You are right it wasn't busy yesterday which is why the frustration. Why didn't they deal with it there and then knowing it would be busy today. My friend is not a farang but Asian so maybe they have different policy. I don't know. 

Thanks Ubonjoe for the explanation. Much appreciated. 

32 minutes ago, teacherclaire said:

Not today, but a few days ago.

They are called "Cobra", sound good, create more power and most importantly didn't need a re-jet.

 

The exhaust was built for the bike. 

Might not need re-jetting but how about ear defenders? 

A good friend went yesterday 28th Jan to extend tourist visa again at Jomtien. Arrived 10am and was given appointment to come vack at 1pm. Went back at 1pm handed in form, passport and money and was told to "wait!" After two hours waiting was told "come back at 10am tomorrow". Apparently there were angry scenes from many older farangs annoyed at their treatment (I was not there so did not witness). Back at 09:45am today the queue this morning and was snaking back and forth. Friend had the receipt so was given passport back in 5 minutes no queueing. The passport stamped with "under consideration" until 15th February. Why don't they just give the full 60 days extension in one visit rather than constantly returning? Anyone know the reason please?

1 hour ago, webfact said:

... disciplinary examination of Roongroj and two PWO level eight executives, who have confessed to having a hand in the controversial deal

112 Billion Baht is a staggering amount of money for rubber gloves. This is the sort of thing that goes on to affect Thailand's standing in the corruption league table. If this stuff is allowed to continue, others will want a part of the action making things even worse. 

2 hours ago, Eindhoven said:

 

Indeed, many do not understand the benefit of a U.K credit card. It's not about borrowing; but the convenience and protection it provides.

Agreed. Got chargeback refund with my UK AMEX card within 3 days of disputing a THAI airways cancelled flight transaction. Don't think I would have had the same success with my Kasikornbank issued debit card.

Seems reasonable. I paid 5,475 Baht for First Class insurance with MSIG for a brand new ADV150. Covers fire, theft, 3rd party injury, 3rd party property damage and own/passenger medical expenses. Excellent service (though not made a claim) from the brokers at AA Insurance - www.aainsure.net