DaRoadrunner

On 11/16/2022 at 12:55 PM, ubonjoe said:

 

That is correct for both airports in Bangkok. But at other airports with international departures it may be different.

I have been there late in the evening when no one was at the desk

1 hour ago, DrJack54 said:

You can obtain your reentry permit at immigration OR at the airport.

In theory you can.... assuming there is someone manning the desk at the airport!

8 hours ago, Mac Mickmanus said:

What is the most amount of times that the cashier has counted your change out before giving it to you ?

   Mine is 5 

Counted my change out five times before handing it over 

This is how they force Thais to do one of the things they hate.... be responsible!

Staff are told that if the till comes up short the missing amount comes out of their pay.

Leaks are found using ultra violet light which shows up the gas as a green colour where the leak is.

This is one time where I would not use the genuine Benz part. Copy parts will do and cost less.

Retrospective payments (and penalties) would be requested for the intervening period. 

I recall the fine is 7 Baht / day.

If you go over 3 years then you will need to have a new blue reg book.

I have done it, no problem.

Brings a whole new definition to the words "short time"

I'll believe it when I see it.

Meanwhile, those of us on a Retirement Visa will still have to spend ages at Chaengwattana.

On 10/25/2022 at 9:11 AM, In the jungle said:

I think the most likely explanation is that whoever changed the coolant did not bleed air out of the system after filling it.

 

If that is the case it will be an easy and inexpensive fix.

"One possibly important issue is the coolant was changed recently"

Yep, possible air lock preventing normal water circulation.

Resale value is a big problem with Chinese cars.

I would add that your biggest problem in Thailand is ensuring you find a doctor who knows what he is doing!

14 minutes ago, Lorry said:

That was in the last millennium

Nope, Bumrungrad two years ago. Thailand's most expensive hospital was only paying nurses 15,000.

On 10/12/2022 at 12:55 PM, kwak250 said:

Prefer to have a sports tyre

ps4 seem very good might give those a try

Thanks for your imput 

 

There is a trade off between sports handling and ride. Also, the lower the profile the harder the ride. I found Dunlop to be softer and quiet.

If you want sport try Pirelli P Zero or Toyo Proxes TR1.

Look on YouTube for tyre reviews.

I hear that nurses get 15,000 / month. Offer one 20-25,000?

Number one likely cause.... master cylinder seals. Do not try to replace the seals, just buy a new master cylinder. Do it now before you get to the point where the pedal goes all the way to the floor.... no brakes!

Other main causes..... air in brake lines or old contaminated brake fluid (it is hydroscopic.... absorbs moisture and causes spongy pedal). Change fluid and bleed system.

This is why you rent a condo, never buy. Once bought you are stuck with any problems that come along. Noisy neighbours are a very common problem here.

Get your landlord to complain on your behalf. Do NOT confront the ladyboy direct... this ends badly unless you are a Muay Thai kick boxing champion. Your only other way is to become a ladyboy.

As a former car salesman it was part of my job to appraise trade ins. Yes, it is possible to tell if the car has former accident damage but you need to be expert at it. The Thais are too good at covering up damage with bodged repairs. Either take an expert with you or buy a new car.

Is there a finance company's stamp in the green book? Go ask them.

The book, and the name in it, is also proof of ownership. If her name is in it, get her to sign over ownership to you using the DLT transfer paper.

One thing I cannot get my head around. If you were gonna steal a car wouldn't you steal something more valuable?

Of the 127 precepts governing the conduct of a monk, one is.... they are not allowed to drive!

When dealing with Thais just make sure you get the money before you sign over the car.

If it is brakes, only use genuine parts.

White Spirit from hardware store.

Silicone Remover from car paint supply store.

I have just done mine after 2 years away. Had to pay 2 years back tax plus a 300 baht fine.

Only had to pay 650 Baht for the PRB. There is no fine or back payment on this.

VIN.... Vehicle Identification Number. It will be found usually on the bulkhead at the rear of the engine compartment.

Take this number to a dealer and their computer should have a record of servicing.

PM Da Roadrunner if you want someone ex UK motor trade to go with you to appraise the car.