DaRoadrunner

On 5/13/2019 at 10:51 PM, DavisH said:

There's no way really to get 300HP from the original engine + auto in that car. You could try an engine swap to a B16A but they are getting long in the tooth now. I've seen some later civic swaps with k20A or K24 (200hp) + 5 or 6 speed. They will exceed your budget though. A turbo will work but will shorten the auto life and not get near 300hp. I had a civic 2004 2.0 for many years. hardly modified at as it wasnt worth the money to get decent power from it. 

Just found this - k24A 350HP swap. 

http://car.boxzaracing.com/magazine/3360

Do you know who did the mod's?

Does the insurance cover sick Buffalos?

Does insurance with Thai companies cover us when we are outside Thailand?

Anyone got copy of a response from Ubon Joe yet?

Watches.... If you get caught you'll do 'time'.

1 hour ago, torrow said:

Yes most transactions are electronic but what happens when the bank issues a new card for instance? My accounts are registered at a property I will no longer own therefore I need to change my address. My understanding is, you need a UK address which I will no longer have.

 

My understanding is, Barclays offshore will accept an address in Thailand. I have no other reason to have an offshore account.

They expect you to have a UK address when opening the account. Once you move to Thailand, go online into your account and change your address. Nationwide posted my new card to my Thai address. Banks vary of course..... A bit like Immigration officers, some are helpful, some are a pain in the ****.

If its automatic this will blunt the performance and the auto box is not designed to handle the power either.

Another way is to swap the entire engine and gearbox for something more powerful. Which is what I wanted to do but could not get the engine through customs as an individual item, needs to be in with some other goods in a container. (Anyone got a container coming over from Blighty?)

(Other suggestions on importing used engine welcome.... thanks)

I'm in the computer shop the other day and among all the noise and kids playing games is a guy 'doctoring' his bank book! Not sure what program he was using? But I could see him moving figures around. Well, he could print out the results as a photo copy, but what happens if they ask to see the original?

Oh no! The sight of 18-22 year old university girls wearing their school uniforms was one of the pleasures of being here..... Phwoar!

The way they wear em too tight..... makes my sap rise! I never figured out if it was because they were wearing hand me downs or had to make do with old clothes that no longer fit? Or were they just teasing the boys?

Ah the joys of being a teacher...... Sigh, it will never be the same.

As usual, they have not thought this through. School uniforms are relatively cheap. Plus the poorer kids will lose face, unable to afford the latest fashion like some of their rich friends.

On 5/10/2019 at 10:55 AM, BritManToo said:

You're really wrong, Cambodia has totally exceeded all my expectations.

How so?

Hardly romantic is it, but you are a smart man and have your head well screwed on.... Ask a lawyer in the USA.

On 5/11/2019 at 12:55 PM, Kwasaki said:

It's lot of hassle but if you are committed to wanting the car, start by going your nearest DLT office and get papers needed for the owner to sign and send them to her.

Also ask what else what is needed from her as said copy passport and exit stamped page etc.

Also a statement letter from her saying what happened to the blue car book for handed to the police.

 

If you must.... the above post is good advice. Start with the DLT, they can check out the records from the registration number and advise who really owns the car and how to do it.

Never seen one like this before but I suspect you'll need a transfer of ownership paper signed by the former owner (if indeed she really is the owner???). Plus a Police report and her passport.

Remember the blue book is proof of ownership by law.

Could be on finance or stolen??

Bottom line.... no blue book = no buy.

I agree with luk AJ's post above. But if you must......

Khun Kit 095 787 1000, Modifies Honda (speaks quite good English and is helpful).

https://www.facebook.com/Factory-Performance-Garage-1437425873153824/

Or 

Khun Montri (The Bear) Does not speak English but knows his stuff.

Bear R Honda 086 882 5469 They do all manner of engine replacements, tuning, turbos, ecu's etc.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bear-R-Honda-Racing/122122231196010

ECU Thailand

081 773 2434

I have not used any of them so cannot comment on their work. I know them as I once consulted on modifying my own car, but could not get the engine imported through Thai Customs.... Grrrr.

4 hours ago, OneEyedPie said:

Budget? Which leads on to direct or indirect?  Thanks.

Would like direct but wish to compare with one that stops about half way, I like to get out and stretch my long legs. I don't fly well, .... strictly a land animal.

48 minutes ago, OneEyedPie said:

Can you please elaborate a lot, DaRoadrunner.  Where from and where to, what class, budget etc.  

Bkk - Germany return, economy, 3 month return validity. Wish I could get a flexible open return date but they don't seem to do this anymore.

Amazing Thailand! Never bought on finance myself. However, suspect your best way is to have your Thai wife negotiate the deal.

What's to stop you arranging your own finance direct with a bank or finance co' of your choice?

Where is the best place to buy an outbound plane ticket?

2 hours ago, jdlancaster said:

4. You make friends and have friends of friends that can be helpful and influential... Such as a friend that is an Immigration Officer at BKK, can be helpful when you have loads of visa exempt stamps in your passport.

Not sure I'd want an IO as friend, but I am curious how you got the visa exempt stamps?

Pathetic…. Can’t wait for the next installment when the BIB make him re-enact the crime.

Me thinks it long overdue we Farang gave the Thais a taste of their own medicine.

Lets have pix of honest Farang cabbies and maybe even a Farang driver returning a Thai’s wallet.

Lady Roadrunner (Loadlunnuuh) wanted to go see a movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, which came out as Ah-No-Shiver-Nigger.