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2 hours ago, Dante99 said:

So it has to sit after it comes out of the tap or shower head.  Now how could that be done? Bath tub, sink, plastic bucket(cheap or borrowed), gallamong.....Yes you are being thick. 

 

Have to wonder why a lot of other people have not jumped in saying they have the same problem.

No point being harsh. Some people are only used to one way of doing things .

OP - in much of Asia people don't have shower heads. They have a big bucket of water and they use a large mug or bowl to take the water from the bucket or tank and pour it over their bodies.

That is what is being suggested. Buy a bucket - less than 100 baht I think - and a bowl. Fill the bucket with water and leave it overnight. Use this water to wash your hair. Following this you can shower normally, avoiding getting water in your hair.

Of course, one of us will surely volunteer to drop by and help you through the process. How about it?

2 hours ago, CaitlinHappyMeal said:

Thanks, this is probably the most helpful response so far, as even if I find out what’s in the water there is not much I can do about it, thank you 

If that's what you believe.

Just know that something of this nature is going to use other chemicals to get rid of chlorine, and you will be getting that on your head.

Letting the water sit is going to let the chlorine /chloramine dissipate naturally.

Maybe you should read up on the subject before deciding.

It could be chloramine also. Many water supplies add it. And adding chemicals is not restricted to Thailand. Water supplies all over the world do it, including in the US.

You can get a large bucket, fill it with tap water, and leave it overnight. That's what we do for aquariums.

Use that for the hair and see what happens . Let us know.

You can also buy chemicals to neutralize the chlorine and chloramine. It's meant for aquarium use - I don't know that you want it in your hair. But it's a thought.

This is a little off topic, but I would like to know if there are any vegetarian restaurants in Hang Dong.

If not totally vegetarian then at least restaurants that have a good number of vegetarian items on the menu.

No use being so harsh with the OP.

His point of view was clear, and he had a valid point . 3BB did mess up in not being able to disconnect his service for a month.

What everyone here is saying - with an exception maybe - is that 3BB generally provides good service.

Maybe we should tell OP that we get his point and will be wary if we ever want to disconnect temporarily.

And OP should accept that most of us are happy with 3BB.

No use slinging words, unless people enjoy doing it .

1 hour ago, BobBKK said:

Perfect Homes is about the best of a bad bunch.

Some people here keep pushing Perfect Homes, but I found them to be useless. I posted my experience here too, if you want to search for it.

Instead I used Chiang Mai Properties - twice - and found them to be helpful and quite professional. They are also the largest in Chiang Mai.

There are probably other good agencies too, so you might find someone if you prefer a smaller outfit.

Is there such a thing as Chiang Rai cuisine?

There is a small restaurant in Chonburi run by a family from Chiang Rai. They make a chicken curry that - to me - is wonderful. It is not sweet and has a masterful blend of spices. And heatwise it is on the precipice - a little more and it will be too much .

I haven't found it in Chiang Mai, hence my question, whether Chiang Rai food is different and not so sweet.

The family calls it om gai.

If anyone knows any place in Chiang Rai that makes something like that then I will appreciate some directions.

Unfortunate to see a king cobra killed, but then it's not something you want around your house either.

What's the story behind it ? And whereabouts?

Just trying to learn something and avoid any encounters myself.

On 3/28/2018 at 4:51 PM, StevieAus said:

My 54 years old Lambretta TV 175 requires the lights to be turned on manually

Should I have it modified ???

I don't know about European countries , but in the US most states that I know about do not require motorcycle lights to be on in daylight hours .

So, out there, you are free to ride with not a bulb lighted on your bike.

As I mentioned manufacturers have them on for safety reasons, to make bikes more visible . You might want to keep that in mind in making your decision.

Motorists these days are used to lights on running bikes. You are looking for trouble if you don't turn yours on.

3 hours ago, robblok said:

Maybe the real old ones but anything younger then 10 years here in Thailand has its lights switched on automatically. 

 

 

More than 10 years actually. Lights come on when you switch the bike on.

It is a safety measure bike manufacturers adopted to make the bikes more visible. And it works.

On the highway I go a step further and use the main beam during daylight. It is something that safety instructors recommend .

Manufacturers are adding more safety measures to smaller bikes also, such as not being able to start the bike if the side stand is down.

If only they could make people drive more sensibly.....

Right.

I was looking around the wrong intersection.

Going toward the US Consulate from the moat it is on the right side , just after the first traffic light.

Thanks for the help .

1 hour ago, meechai said:

555 sorry I give up

 

For everyone else....Gold price is gold price period

1baht -100 baht weight does not matter

 

Yes jewelry has a small up charge of sellers choice but usually 500-1000 THB per

You pay up when buying ornament/jewelry & lose some when selling it

Again-Against Spot Price as always

 

Like this

http://thaigoldprice.plazagold.com/

 

Unfortunately, no.

The Thai gold association (not exact name) publishes the changing gold price on its website, but shops can mark it up.

I have bought and sold bullion in Chonburi and Bangkok. In Bangkok's Chinatown shops will sell at the published price.

In Pattaya no shop will sell at the published price. Some want as much as 1000 baht per baht weight MORE than the current published price. This is for bullion, not jewelry.

I don't know about Chiang Mai, but it could be that a Pattaya type situation exists there also. I am planning on checking in the coming days and I won't be surprised if I run into a mark up situation.

Unless I went to the wrong location, this little store that carried a few spices and such, has closed.

Can anyone confirm that it has indeed closed doors. Or has it moved to a new location ?

With it gone, there is almost no place in Chiang Mai for Indian style spices, rice etc.

5 hours ago, canthai55 said:

Seat Magician by the Iron Bridge has moved to the 1006 Road

Map below ...

Every rider I know uses him. Not the cheapest - but the best in CNX

Thank you much. This is something I was looking for and had actually  posted a few weeks back.

2 hours ago, LivinLOS said:

Also of note as you mentioned 'americans' a 100% american owned Amity company cannot hold land.. 

 

So yes you can do this, as long as you understand you can only be a minority shareholder, IE you can give away 51% or more of a company you pay for, which holds land you pay for.. 

According to the Siam Legal site (link above) a minimum of 51% of the company must be held by Americans. No maximum was specified.

Maybe you are talking about a non-Amity Treaty company?

I may be interested, depending on an initial meeting with the dog and an okay from some people.

I believe it is possible for Americans to buy a house in Thailand by setting up a company.

Has anyone here actually done it? I am hoping to get some feedback on how the process went, what it cost, and if there are any pitfalls.

I will obviously have to go through a lawyer and any recommendations there will also be helpful. Thanks.

What about McCormick Hospital? It seems to have a good following online, and the location is easy to get to.

Where does it fit in?

I need to add padding to the seat and went to the shop on Chiang Noi Rd. But they only do seat covers and declined.

Since someone said the shop near Rimping is closed, is there another shop that will do a decent job?

Appreciate any information.

Pattaya is different. I was never asked for one of these by immigration and I am pretty sure none of the owners filed one.

But they may have learned from Chiang Mai and decided to collect money

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There is a small store that carries Indian products - A & M I believe. They should have lime pickle though it is likely to be spiced.

For an adventure try making your own . Cut limes in half, pack in a whole lot of salt, and keep in the sun. Maybe a month..

I am sure the net will have more info.

I went to an outfit called VN Auto Body the other day to have some minor damage fixed.

They did a good job and on time. It is a large outfit and well maintained. I don't think they are the cheapest - you will have to get estimates from a few to find out.

They are located opposite the Geriatric Hospital on Highway 108 -  tel 053805900.

Well, despite the glowing tributes to Perfect Homes on here, they turned out to be not so perfect.

I called them last week and gave my specifications to the woman who answered. When will I hear from you, I asked. Whenever an agent has time, she answered, in a not too interested tone.

I am still to hear from them.

Meanwhile, a rival company - a large outfit - responded immediately with listings. Some of those listings were already occupied, but that is another story. We settled on a few I wanted to view, they sent us with their agent to check them out, and I signed a contract and am ready to move in.

Maybe Perfect Homes has too much business already. In that case they should tell customers politely what to expect, instead of almost brushing them off.

Obviously I will never contact them again, not will any friend of mine get a recommendation to them.

Thanks to everyone here who responded to  my original question.

...since the demise of Chiang Mai Properties...

I was searching for Chiang Mai Properties and found a pretty comprehensive website with many listings.

Is that not the agency you say is dead?