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We have a small block in Rayong Province (a neglected orchard where we are presently building a small house). Our block is on a slope - with erosion being a problem/challenge due to water runoff occurring in 2 directions. Any suggestions about where we can get some advice about the best counter-measures (we have planted some vertiver grass but that seems to only offer a very limited, partial solution, along with what are variously known as whoa-boys/water bars/cross banks/humps/diversion banks [which resemble speed bumps] along the access track). Am thinking we really need to get someone knowledgeable to undertake a site inspection. The Tessabaan hasn't provided any suggestions - worth noting that the run-off goes into a small creek that runs along some land that is owned by the Government and which abuts our block (hopefully that may be useful in getting some interest from a government authority). Thanks!

Thanks - a useful tip. Our block is on a slope - with erosion being a problem/challenge due to water runoff occurring in 2 directions. Any suggestions about where we can get some advice about the best counter-measures (we have planted some vertiver grass but that seems to only offer a very limited, partial solution). Am thinking we need to get someone knowledgeable to undertake a site inspection. The Tessabaan hasn't provided any suggestions - worth noting that a creek runs along some land that is owned by the Government and which abuts our block. Thanks!

It is disingenuous in the extreme to say I believe tyres are good for 10 years simply because the manufacturer said so. You and your kin apparently have chronic inabilities to read and comprehend (try carefully to re-read my comments - and concentrate!). As for the trite last sentence, how very droll - hardly original and who knows??? (perhaps accurate in some other weird universe - but certainly not in this one) Phrase[edit] denial is not a river in Egypt (humorous) Used to point out that somebody is in a state of psychological denial.

tedious and unnecessarily - see my final response below

Testament to thoroughly confused "thinking" - it's not, and has never been, about the money. Wastes everyone's time to repeatedly regurgitate the same old off-topic nonsense and impune anyone with an different opinion. Do whatever the hell you want - as will I.

"A fool and his money are soon parted"

For goodness sake, let me try yet again to clarify. In the absence of any compromise (the like of which you mention), the manufacturer recommends replacement at 10 years. Clearly, that does not mean tyres will last 10 years regardless of mileage, condition, neglect, performance etcetcetc. My gripe is being told my tyres need to be replaced when they simply reach 5/7 years despite the fact they have Zero indications of compromise.

Admirable!!!

True - in the absence of any compromise (which is exactly my case), the Manufacturer recommends replacement after 10 years. The issue I raised really relates to hidden economic reasons being the excuse used to urge tyre replacement well before they really need to be.

My sentiments exactly - now go quietly into the night

Think again - again, it's the Manufacturer who has the credibility

Noted and forgotten (I place more credence in the Manufacturer's advice)

Yep - you got it (in the past, would have been more like 1/2 that most days).

Must admit to being bemused after two separate businesses recommended I replace the tyres on our cars - quite unnecessarily in my view. * #1: Went to a tyre retailer to have a puncture repaired. Was amazed to be told all 4 tyres should be replaced on the sedan as they were "old" - on a new vehicle purchased some 5 years earlier and about 50k Kms travelled. Plenty of tread left and no reason to suspect the tyres were compromised in any way. * #2: Had my Ranger pickup truck recently serviced at Ford and was told my Yokohama tyres should similarly be replaced as they were 7 years old (they have travelled only 35k Kms in the 6 1/2 years they have been on the vehicle, are in fine condition and I'd reckon the tread is about 1/2 way though its life. Both vehicles are used pretty well every day, are kept under cover and are driven conservatively. In 50 years of driving, I've never heard of these recommendations before (perhaps because the distances traveled in Australia are such that the tread wears out before age becomes any consideration). Anyhow, curiosity got the better of me and I've found that Yokohama recommends the replacement and disposal of all passenger and light truck tyres whose DOT production date is 10 years or more old. Sounds far more reasonable - reckon my tyres have got another 3 years in 'em - and at the current rate of use will still have plenty of tread when they are replaced.

Check out <https://www.samuiforsale.com/> Real Estate Rights = helpfully explains everything [my take from a very quick read is that the main difference is who owns the house]

Have got both (figure two is always better than one - covering both habitation as well as use & products of the land.)

Australian doctors should be more knowledgeable & experienced about skin cancers than those here (since Oz is the world leader in skin cancer incidence). While this article suggests that assumption maybe problematic, it got me thinking that I should have a few skin spots checked out. Can anyone suggest/recommend a good skin doctor (not cosmetic!!!). [I live in Rayong - so doctors there or Bangkok preferred] https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/health-problems/queensland-womans-life-saved-after-suspicious-mark-spotted-during-facial/news-story/e3fb970f59c70fb3e0a19ae14f4fc934