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Try the checkdi.com online insurance broker. They transparently provide you with a bunch of alternative policies and are helpful in case of any questions. I have used them for years under their former name Mister Prakan. I went for the Tharnachat insurance. Great coverage (no deductible) and service, and very competitive prices. In case of a claim (I had some minor scratches) they send someone out to you to assess the damage within 24 hours. However, this guy hardly spoke any English - best to have a Thai native with you upon inspection date.

I had the same problem with my new frontloader some years ago. Found a YouTube video that addressed the matter. You need to remove the top lid and you will find a plastic valve that needs to be opened to the desired water level.

This is exactly what I am trying to do right now. However, having returned from a border run visa exempt in order to invalidate my O-A visa, the IO (Koh Samui and Surat Thani) is now refusing to grant me a non-O visa stating that this can only be obtained outside Thailand. Obviously visa agents are willing to assist for a fee of 23-30k bath. Are there any other options?

My Thai wife is currently covered by my private health insurance with high premiums climbing even higher every year. As my wife is not covered by the Thai social insurance plan I wonder if there are any other - more cost effective - alternatives to obtain a decent medical insurance coverage for her. I am hoping for some farangs sharing their personal experience on this matter with me. Thanks!

I just picked up my passport from IO today for OA extension of stay. The insurance certificate provided stated the „old“ 40/400k THB coverage and was accepted. The new rule for will only come into effect from 1 October.

No longer allowed since last year I believe. Of course you still see it a lot but no need for further seat belt like regulation if not legal anyway.