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Unfortunately, most people here have never experienced the difference. Unfortunately, most people here are satisfied with synthetic fiber clothing and bedding from China. (But it is garbage.) If people don't know any better, then one can't really blame them. They are not stupid people. They are just inexperienced people. I don't know how Thai students tolerate their synthetic-fiber uniforms in the sweltering heat of the Thai classroom. I feel sorry for them.

It is still in good shape because these blankets are excellent quality, and very comfortable. I used to have many. Unfortunately, I left them in the USA decades ago. I will be surprised if I can find one of the same quality and type for sale, HERE, in Thailand. I don't want to buy online. (Of course, I know that they are available online from various online retail stores. But, I don't want to pay the international shipping costs, nor endure the frustration.) Also, regarding blankets on Alibaba, the products listed in the comment somewhere above show a minimum order of up to 5000 units. I don't want a 20-foot container of blankets. I just want one or two good quality blankets, 100 percent sheep's wool, same size as Army/Navy surplus blankets, same weight, maybe about 8 pounds. Re: Synthetic Fiber for Wool... Synthetic Fiber clothing and bedding is GARBAGE. GARBAGE. Most of what is coming out of China is GARBAGE. Even when the Chinese CCP says it is natural fiber, NOBODY trusts the Communist Party of China. anymore. Nobody.

What an amazingly good idea! Cotton is comfortable, and if one has enough layers of cotton, then this is excellent for Thailand winters. In most cases, I just sleep with up to six or eight 100-percent cotton sheets on top, and the recent winters have not required more. Still, sheep's-wool blankets are extremely comfortable. I just can't find one in Thailand. There are plenty available on Amazon, such as this one: 8 Pounds; 100 Percent Wool; Nice Olive Green Color PRICE ON AMAZON: Approximately Bt.2800.00 These blankets last a long time. (Still, very good idea about sewing cotton quilts together to make them thick enough.)

True. Those blankets from China in the link are wool. But, what kind of wool? Synthetic fiber wool. When I stated wool, I meant fiber obtained from sheep, or other mammals like alpaca, etc.

Yes. It seems that you are correct that the real deal is difficult to find. Good suggestion about checking the local army bases. However, since Thailand is a tropical country, one might doubt that the army surplus blankets might be the same in Thailand as the army surplus blankets once available in the US. (Those blankets were probably surplus from the Korean war or something. Amazingly good quality.)

Some sleepers are not able to tolerate synthetic-fiber clothing/bedding. Wool is comfortable, lightweight and warm. I'm not picky about types of wool, although some types are better than others for blankets. But, I would prefer alpaca or merino wool, 100 percent. Do you know where to buy in Thailand?

Some sleepers find the modern down duvet to be extremely uncomfortable. Each to his own. Give me a wool blanket on any cold night, please. But, where to buy? That is the question.

Where can one buy wool blankets similar to the typical US Army/Navy Blankets? Such blankets are usually between 70% and 80% wool, and washable. Alternatively, British Army Blankets would suffice, and might be better. Such blankets are easily available online at places like Amazon: (Arcturus Military Wool Blanket - 4.5 lbs, Warm, Thick, Washable, Large 64" x 88" ) However, where can the same quality be sourced in Thailand without buying from Amazon? No doubt, with the cooler temperatures soon to be upon us, this information might be timely. for more than a few. Thank you.

If it's perfection you seek, then, There is nothing more perfect than the ideal Sterling Engine, As you know. Those who can spell, call it the Stirling.

Honestly speaking, I am not quite sure how I ended up in the Motorhead Forum. I mean, I have never really been all that interested in motors. Except, maybe, I am interested in the Sterling Engine... Just hope I can find my way....home...... The Motorhead Forum is not one I would have chosen, myself. Anyway, please watch this Sterling Engine while listening to Rolling Stones' HOT STUFF... My best advice.

Where from the technology?

You must first find your chauffer. Then, ask her what kind of car she prefers to drive. Best to buy a stretch limo. Electric Vehicle is also a must.

Yesterday was the very first time I noticed a police car with a very large camera assembly mounted on the rooftop of the vehicle. At first, I mistook it for a Google Mapping Car......... But then, on closer examination, I realized that it looked exactly like this: I had never seen one before, anywhere, until just this afternoon. Are these also used in other countries? I would not know if they are being deployed elsewhere, since I have not left my rooms for years. The other question is: What will police cars look like in the medium-term future, say in the year 2030? Do you think that most police cars will have policemen inside? Personally, I like the Google Street-mapping cars. I just wish that I could find one to get my picture taken. Google's mapping cars are cute. But, when will they become entirely unmanned vehicles? My opinion is that, by 2030, there will be fewer police cars and far more police drones. Still, fortunately, Thai society is very law-abiding. Thai Society, basically, polices itself, just like many other Asian societies. This is a good thing, because... I hope I never need to live in a country with too many police drones roaming. Regards, GammaRays

Philosophically speaking, and the reason I submitted this Topic, is just mention that there is always a silver lining in every cloud. Years ago, when the Cadillacs ran dry at the Naples, Florida Airport, I was downsized to a Buick Regal. I had not been happy walking out the door with the keys in my hot little hand. But, ... The rest is history. After driving that first Regal, I became a believer. I actually bought one, too. After a few years, Buick completely ruined the Regal. Buick was out of touch, again. Maybe Buick Regal is better now, but I do not know. I no longer rent automobiles. Instead, I take Grab. Safer for me.

Zhou En Lai loved Buicks, too. There is an interesting history behind Zhou's love of Buicks.

Love the looks of it, too! Still looks great.

Years ago, when I was renting plenty of cars, at least once a week, I rented a Buick Regal. I was surprised. Buick Regal in the 1980s was an amazing ride. Why did they kill it? 1987 GNX Regal looks great, and drives good. I bought a Regal, and was not disappointed. It was cheap, too. Basically, it rides like a luxury car, though a bit smaller. Still, it's plenty heavy enough to be comfortable. All good things must come to an end. But, then why? Regards

In my opinion, this topic has less to do with motorcars, per se, than chicks. Rather, I had envisioned this topic as being one that might resonate with others, something to help others dredge up feelings of nostalgia for one’s past among those my age. When one is just about over the hill, and when one has forgotten most of one’s youth, then, out of nowhere, up pops a photo or image or video of something reminding one of what had been completely forgotten. You might say that the 1962 Hillman is my metaphor for the wonderment I once felt when I was age 10, amazement for and confusion about everything I did not understand at that tender age. At age ten, I had no idea that the engine behind me might be made of aluminum, and I did not care. I was not a motorhead at age 10. And, in any case, it was my friend’s mother who was driving. My friend’s mother also allowed my friend to raise chicks in his bedroom, something I have just recalled. The upshot of getting to know this friend whose mother allowed him to raise chickens in his bedroom was that I began raising young chickens, too. Raising chickens indoors in our basement was tolerated for a while. I built plenty of tunnels made of cardboard through which the chicks would run. I added lightbulbs to keep them warm in the winter months. Some chicks inevitably died. There were insects and worms which infested our basement. I had successfully blocked out this chicken-raising experiment for the past many decades until Google finally coughed up this 1962 Hillman video. Looking back, I realize just how stressful the basement-chicken-raising experiment had actually been for me as a young person. I believe this is why I have such an aversion to chickens and roosters, today, especially the raising of roosters in residential areas in Thailand. When we are young, automobiles are like music in that they are both emotionally charged parts of our environment that children find fascinating. In later years, especially during the final two decades, our memories of the automobiles of our pre-teens act like memory tags which tie together many other memories of any given year of our lives. So then… Does the mention of the 1962 Hillman stir up in you any memories? What was your life like at the time you took your first ride in a Hillman? I really doubt that you now care that the Hillman had an aluminum block, for example. Aluminum was expensive in 1962, as you might recall. Finally, when I think of my ride in the Hillman, I think of chickens, roosters, and building tiny huts and tunnels for chicks to travel through. Even today, I shudder at the thought of it. If I had not taken a ride in the Hillman in 1962, then there is no doubt that I would not have purchased a VW in 1969. The VW, in 1969, was truly an amazing car. The VW, in 1969, was good for chicks!!! And, the chicks were amazing in the summer of 1969!!!

Although I did not fully appreciate the beauty of the Hillman, at age 10, I do today. Looking back now, I realize that so many beautiful snippets of my life have had connections to Scotland.

Dear Friends, A few days ago, Google served up to me a video of the Hillman Imp. How many of us are still able to recall our first ride in a 1962 Hillman Imp? Strangely enough, my first ride in one of these happened when a young friend of mine invited me to his house in Gladwyne, Pa. The steering wheel was on the right, something I had never seen before. This family had a huge house, made mostly of granite, and a tiny car, something which made no sense to me. My friend's mother was a fox. I have not forgotten my first ride in the Hillman Imp. Riding with a mother-fox was titillating, too. What a magnificent ride. Such an experience that one does not easily forget. Regards, GammaRays Unfortunately, there are no subtitles provided for this video.

Very fortunately, I don't know anyone who has departed this year. Fortunately, all of the people I know and care about are younger than I. All but Chomsky and one other relatively famous Linguistics prof I know. Long live Chomsky! When he goes, So does my world, As I once knew it.

Did you mean romanized or romanticized? There exists a difference, as you probably know.

Pinyin is supported by the Chinese Communist Party. Pinyin is useful for promoting literacy in China. It's also convenient for foreigners driving motorcars in Wuhan.

Sai pric: Ped ped (Thai) La-la de (Chinese)

Either that, or it might just remain as it is, which is to say, a veritable tower of babel.