SimpleMan555

Franklin (USA) makes excellent pumps, I have used them both in the USA and Thailand.

They should be available in CM, with the Thai distributor being Krieng Thai Watana Group in BKK. Maybe they can recommend a local installer.

https://www.ktw.co.th/แฟรงคลิน

1. When replacing the pump, I would recommend new PVC Piping if it is more than a few years old as the Thai method of installation does not include a  torque arrestor.

2. New synthetic pull rope.

3. New properly sized electrical cable.  The last pump I had installed here was fitted with cheap 1.5mm2 VCT cable which was under spec for an 87m well with 1kw motor. ( see the attached manual for cable sizing).

It was replaced with 2.5mm2 Bangkok Cable Company cable at my expense. Though I kept the original wire for a new extension cord.

3. It is a good idea to mount a waterproof electrical box about 3m from the well head and install a service disconnect switch.

The Franklin manual will give you lots of good info for a solid installation.

Cheers

50_HZ_AIM.pdf

On 12/8/2021 at 12:24 PM, Liverpool Lou said:

You're the exception that proves the rule!  My theory is that everyone else likes them because they're big and the drivers think that they're intimidating.

It would appear that your theory was formulated through a very narrow lense.

Many expats (myself included), buy a pickup as it is the most useful for their lifestyle. Like my life in the Western United States prior to moving to Thailand, rarely a week goes by that I so not carry a large load of building supplies, rice straw, 2-3 mountain bikes and similar. Could not imagine not having a pickup, though for longer trips to the city etc the Wife's Honda HRV is quite adequate.

The truth be known, when I moved here I downgraded to a 2wd as I no longer needed a 4wd that was required to survive the long winters in the Colorado High Country.

Very happy with my 2015 Ford Ranger, and happily accept those who desire the comfort of a city car.

Thailand Birth Rate:

While agreeing the number of children being raised by the extended family is concerning, it is part of the overall status of young children in Thailand

Thailand's current birth rate is widely reported at 1.5% (+/-) of the total population. This iz well below the recommened 2.1% birth rate required to sustain the current population.

Low birth rates are now common in the West and many Asian countries. It would seem the the youngest generation will be under extreme pressure to transition to a world of fewer entry level jobs, and their 'duty' to support their family.

In many cultures, new children are seen as a blessing in regards to survival of the clan, status amd more. The family will often pressure a young girl to have children, and here the girls, (who also share this belief) will sometimes find the nearest partner to assist...

In the rapidily changing world of automation, I feel this thinking is obsolete as the children are now a burden and have without education at a technical college or above will have a difficult time surviving in the future.

2 hours ago, BangkokReady said:

You sound shockingly unaware of how academia works.  Do you think that an academic can write something with his experience in his home town being a source?  Of course he cannot.  Academics need reliable data to present and analyse, and they get this through things like surveys.

 

Good luck writing an academic article or report and saying "based on what I experienced in my home town, and my general feelings about what might go on...".

An accurate description of the research process, additionally I would venture to guess than one or more of the researchers,(quite possibly students doing thesis work), were raised by GP with largely absent parents.

It is often our personal experiences that drive this type of research and help to answer questions such as 'why?' and 'Am I normal'.

Cheers

In addition to the issues of strength & lifespan, the plastic pallet looks like a great places for scorpions, centipedes and others critters to make a home.

A concrete pad is the best option, though most any smooth compacted surface will work.

I have even used concrete block on a gravel base for a temporary installation.

In the end, the budget,  location and predictated lifespan of the installation will help determine your base.  Make sure to compact the sub-base with water and a compacting tool prior to adding the final surface.

For the sub-base gravel with fines is good, but not sand as sand does not compact

Cheers

2 hours ago, Capiscum said:

Any thoughts or suggestions would be gratefully received.

A suggestion to lift the FBG batts and isolate the  LED downlights would be to make some wiremesh cages to go over the light fixture.

A  shape similar to the plastic pot idea with the benifits of using a non-combustable material and the ability to customize the size and shape.

The mesh pictured below is widely available, and about e00 tbh at Global House or similar  

Easy to cut and handshape, you could use a plastic pot or other vessel as a mold if needed.

I would venture to say that service can vary given your location and delivery person.

Locally, the Flash man for my area will first stop at my rental house to check if I am home. If not, he will come to the where i am building a house. Only after that will he call.

One time as I was turning onto the main highway from the land, he saw my pickup and turned around to meet me on the highway.

Good guy all-around and happy to have a job.

Frozen food is tricky in any country and it would appear others have some good suggestions.

Cheers

The term 'Globalist' is often used to describe a person that supports a political-economic system of Globalism.

As with many things, it's use has been perverted by many to support their own idiologies.

To me, I would understand the term to be 'One who supports Globalism with a worldwide central government and economic system'

Some would call this system Utopia, others would view it as Authortarian

I support equality and mutual respect at all levels of society, but do not feel humanity is ready for a 'New World Order'.

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https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/globalist

On 10/28/2021 at 3:15 PM, khunPer said:

• a superficies, or similar, permission from the land owner to build a construction/house of the land
• all architect drawings made with your name as house owner
• a building permission from the tessa ban-office in your name
• all building constructor contracts issued in your name
• all money transfers for construction made from your account, and/or receipt for payments carrying your name

Thanks! All of the above has been completed.

Did you have any difficulties during the process?

On 10/28/2021 at 3:25 PM, khunPer said:

A usufruct gives you the right to "harvest the fruits of the land" - it originates from ancient Roman law - and can in Thailand last for up to 30 years, or your lifetime, depending of what is agreed.

 

You are not allowed to build anything on that land, or make any constructions, or demolish any constructions, without approval from the land owner, preferably a written permissen; for building a house you shall preferably have a superficies permission/servitude...????

The Usufruct is writfen to allow me to improve or change the land without any further permission. The only stipulation being I return the land to its original condition

On 10/27/2021 at 3:20 PM, Tony125 said:

In case of diviorce the usufruct is easily cancelled by the court including your right to live there for life.

 

https://www.thailandlawonline.com/59-usufruct-in-thailand/4-can-my-thai-wife-cancel-my-usufruct

Only when the property was purchased after the marriage. I also understand, it is not a simple matter to cancel and would mozt likely involve the court.

On 10/27/2021 at 3:01 PM, kuzie57 said:

Just out of curiosity if you have an "usufruct" why do you want to register the house?

It will further secure the property  and help in obtaining a Yellow Book, which locally has become increazingly difficult. 

It further establishes, that the land are truly seperate, will keep the wolves at bay in the event of the current owners death. Usufructs are good, but given TIT another layer of protection iz good

I am almost finished building a small house on land that I have a registered lifetime Usufruct with my name entered by the Land Department on the Chanote. 

The land currently has no address, and I understand it is legal to seperate the house from the land, thus making me the legal owner of the house but not the owner of the land

Prior to proceeding with the above, I would like to hear from others that have finished this process, and hear about your experience.

I will use an attorney for the process, but desire a bit of background information first.

I understand each Amphur is different, but any direct knowledge will be helpful

Please do not reply unless you have direct knowledge of this process.

Thank you

It really depends on your personal prefrences, lifestyle and expectations...

For some, it is a sentence of life in prison, for others it is the preferred choice over a slow noisy death in the city.

Growing up on a large Northern California cattle ranch, we lived 7 miles from the next house.

Now i live 1km on 3.5 rai outside an Isaan village with a PTT, 3 7-11s, hospital, lake with exercise path,nd a small Tesco.

Pre-Covid the 4 pubs and numerous resturants gave us plenty of opportunity for nightlife. 

Understandably it is quieter now.

Our village is unique with many university educated 30 somethings, that like my wife, lived and worked outside for 5-7 years, and then returned to raise a family, open a business or work at the hospital as a quality of lifestyle choice.

Her many friends are friendly, most can speak some English, and are forward thinking...

For me, i am happily co-developing a permaculture center with my wife and when my art studio is completed, return to creating sculpture and other art.

For me, this is my lifestyle of choice. I would recommend a few lomg visits to your village of choice to get a feel for things. Though with Covid, things are not 'normal'.

Do you have a particular area you are interested in?

3 minutes ago, Dr B said:

OK simpleman555 I admit I had not thought of that, but it does need another space the width of the opening for the track roller guides, and not everyone will have that.

You could use the locally available roller guides that support the gate at the post/Column with a locally fabricated wheel set to match your gate design. Globalhouse and Thai Watsadu both have a large selection of wheels and guides.

This will be the design I will use, through I have not developed the actually drawings yet. If I had them, I would happily share ????

How soon do you want to complete the work?

10 hours ago, DLock said:

 

This is where you argument falls down.

 

Do you honestly believe Thai's can truly isolate for 14-days - I have known 3 people that were told to isolate for 14-day at home after returning from a red zone - they didn't last a single day without going out to get food,  see friends or shop.

 

I just don't think its in them. They didn't feel sick, so thought 1 or 2 trips out would not hurt anyone.

Though what you say is true for many Thai people, it is not the case 100% of the time...

I personally know of two Thais that had no problem with the 14 day self-isolation (no outside trips and fresh food delivered to the gate), one being my wife, and the other a local friend who returned home from her job in Bangkok. The fact both are university educated with degrees in microbiology likely had an influence on this outcome, but it can happen.

Locally, the police and Puh-Yai-Baans have been working hard to educate the local families on what to do if a family member returns home, and are actively pursuing any reports of recent arrivals that have not checked in to the local authorities.

stay safe, drink beer!

On 3/28/2021 at 11:30 AM, bankruatsteve said:

Not sure where this is going but if you think whoever did that estimate is going to pay his labor B1000 per footing, I think not.

Direct quote from bankruatsteve,

"Actual labor is paid by the day.  I thought you were asking how much the actual labor cost and again, that is not paid by the piece or the meter.  "

Regardless of the accuracy of the estimate, your attempt at deflecting away from the fact your above statement was 100% incorrect is amusing at best.

This type of thread is one of the reasons I find myself using this forum less and less.

Good luck on your future as a "DIY & Electrical Forum Expert". 

Good bye.

The above estimate is for the actual labor cost (no materials), and it costed out as per piece , square meter etc. 

Cost of labor per day is 350-500 average as determined by the job,  we also rent Macros & tractors by the hour, day or project depending on our needs.

Typically I do not reply to such answers but in this case you are 100% wrong. 

2 of the 3 estimates I have received for labor only, were submitted in the format of 

per piece or per lineal or square meter. 

Maybe this does not match your local experience, though having lived in Mae RIm and San Kamphaeng I do no some that cost out projects in the same manner.  
 

As evidence, the image below of a quick worksheet showing a Thai estimate and English translation. Up to you to accept or not, and now I am off to more interesting & productive matters.

Cheers

Thanks for the 'reply'.... 

In many locations worldwide, including Thailand, (as this was the format the estimate was provided), it is common to cost out individual building units as a way of determining cost and doubling checking the overall estimate as determined from the BIM, labor costs and overhead. 

This method is also utilized by many Estimating apps / guides that will give you ballpark figures on the accuracy of your estimate of that of another.

Further, I never stated I had  'Hired' a builder... ????
Cheers!