Markaew

Although I don't use EMS regularly, I haven't had any problems with outgoing packages.

But incoming is another issue. I have a guy that regularly holds my packages hostage until I pay off his wife and then he releases the package tax and duty free. This is the branch in Chinatown. It doesn't matter if I'm out of Bangkok, he wants me to travel to Bangkok to pay him off.

Got to love Thailand! I hope the "pay off" is less than the tax and duty would be at least!

Not really, but I have no choice. He won't even process it unless I pay. I could easily have to wait in the lobby all day until I pay.

I know you guys are talking about the larger engines but even with my 1.5L with a 5 speed auto, I can notice a big difference with a K&N. The problem I have with the factory paper filter is just after a week or two I can notice a decline. Most noticeably in the down shifting, take off, and acceleration at higher speeds. Slow at all of those.

Anytime I change vehicles, the first thing I look for is the air filter change.

I've put the paper filter back in my swift as I want to compare performance and fuel consumption with the K&N. So far it seems the engine has a little bit less zing compared to the K&N - it seems to need more throttle input for the same acceleration. I have an app so might do some 0-100 runs and compare the filters. While its very early, the fuel consumption seems to be marginally better with the OEM filter...I'll keep monitoring it and hope to report back here:) I'm a maths teacher so like to diddle with the numbers..

Agreed about the fuel mileage. The addition power came at a small price.

Does anyone know an easy way to know if a school has a license to do business?

I checked the MoE site and since it's in Thailand it's little help. Is there a place that list these schools?

Although I don't use EMS regularly, I haven't had any problems with outgoing packages.

But incoming is another issue. I have a guy that regularly holds my packages hostage until I pay off his wife and then he releases the package tax and duty free. This is the branch in Chinatown. It doesn't matter if I'm out of Bangkok, he wants me to travel to Bangkok to pay him off.

I know you guys are talking about the larger engines but even with my 1.5L with a 5 speed auto, I can notice a big difference with a K&N. The problem I have with the factory paper filter is just after a week or two I can notice a decline. Most noticeably in the down shifting, take off, and acceleration at higher speeds. Slow at all of those.

Anytime I change vehicles, the first thing I look for is the air filter change.

"We need to come together to solve the problem for our children and grandchildren. I hope to get cooperation," she said."

It is a bit ironic that Ms. Yingluck claims to worry about the future of our kids and grandkids while at the same time taking out a 2+ trillion Baht loan on their behalf

Everywhere, all politicians like to reference children and grandchildren. It makes the hollow with no souls sound credible.

RIP

Relative to Thai women. you have nothing to offer.

Why are the wisest answers always the shortest ones? Well done, Markaew, well done!!!!

Thank you, thank you. Many of my comments are unappreciated.

Thais are like the Borg. (Star Trek) When they are out of the country they are out of the "collective" and feel vulnerable so of course they are not rude. Get them back into Thailand and that all changes.

so much for making a joke, some people are so sensitve.

I understand all your comments. They fit your profile.

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You are missing the point. Men come to Thailand to get away from women like you. Fortunately, you are a minority here.

gawd, couldnt you have just typed that in the first place instead of rambling on about tooting horns.

And of course men like you come to thailand to get away from women like me, you couldn't cope, much better you go for someone less challenging

So you are saying Thai women are lower than you. How so?

You are an ideolog. You are confusing western standards to Thailand. Look around. I think you need glasses.

Umm, no I can see very well, I see the dregs, the asiaphiles & the rest.

The "left over" pool for a western women is limited especially if she wishes to apply any of her own personal critea in a partner.

Money is first here. If a Thai woman can improve her life by marrying a foreigner, no matter what his appearance, then she feels pretty good about her improved life status.

I made no mention of thai women, Good for them if they can tolerate to live with someone for money & it gets them the life they want. The topic is about farang women though so your observation is irrelevant.

You can toot your horn all you wish, but the facts contradict you.

I made no mention of myself or tooted any horn, did you misread something in my posts, your whole reply is irrelevant to mine.

You are missing the point. Men come to Thailand to get away from women like you. Fortunately, you are a minority here.

What we need to understand is all the events that are culminating presently is in preparation for future events.

As expats you need to pay attention. What is happening now is a prelude to a monarchy transition.

As I do not want my post to not be deleted....

There are powers that are preparing for the future. You need to prepare as well.

I would agree with you and in among all the ridiculous events that have been manifest over the past year they may well be a smoke screen for something far more reaching.

Thank you. Exactly.

lol at some of the responses. I don't really know why the writer didn't state the obvious that the majority of the men on offer are so low down the gene pool (one or more social, personal & emotional issues) that you wouldn't consider them in the first place, then remove the ones with an asian prefernce & you are left with some average & slightly above to pick from. A very small pond indeed.

Anyone women getting on a plane to Thailand thinking she was going to meet her hansome prince really didn't do her homework

You are an ideolog. You are confusing western standards to Thailand. Look around. I think you need glasses.

Money is first here. If a Thai woman can improve her life by marrying a foreigner, no matter what his appearance, then she feels pretty good about her improved life status.

You can toot your horn all you wish, but the facts contradict you.

What post do you think you are you repying to becuase your response has zero relevance to the post you have quoted. ?

No mistake. I was responding to your post.

Relative to Thai women. you have nothing to offer.

It's not an either/or deal. Different people bring different things to the table. What works for some doesn't work for others. Sorry, but you're taking an extremely narrow-minded and shallow position.

That is your opinion. I gave mine.

But I presume your is an inexperienced one.

lol at some of the responses. I don't really know why the writer didn't state the obvious that the majority of the men on offer are so low down the gene pool (one or more social, personal & emotional issues) that you wouldn't consider them in the first place, then remove the ones with an asian prefernce & you are left with some average & slightly above to pick from. A very small pond indeed.

Anyone women getting on a plane to Thailand thinking she was going to meet her hansome prince really didn't do her homework

You are an ideolog. You are confusing western standards to Thailand. Look around. I think you need glasses.

Money is first here. If a Thai woman can improve her life by marrying a foreigner, no matter what his appearance, then she feels pretty good about her improved life status.

You can toot your horn all you wish, but the facts contradict you.

Irrelevant conversation.

What we need to understand is all the events that are culminating presently is in preparation for future events.

As expats you need to pay attention. What is happening now is a prelude to a monarchy transition.

As I do not want my post to not be deleted....

There are powers that are preparing for the future. You need to prepare as well.

you would think that in matters like this that the relevant foreigners country would push for justice

You must be new here.

The ambassadors have their jobs because they helped their appoint-er get elected. It has nothing to do with assisting citizens. It's an extended paid vacation for them.

Well, it's not exactly a vacation. They have to make an occasional speech, smile a lot, have their picture taken, shake hands with people, attend dinners...stuff like that.

Of course, it's a job no one would be interested in with that work load.

Just look at them and the way they do things in general, i.e. driving...

They couldn't care less wheather they hurt or kill others or even themselves.

Maniacs !

I will step up and make the obvious statement.

If you don't like Thailand you should get out. Go back to your own country.

But that is ridiculous so I won't say it, but someone else will.

I agree. Having worked all over Asia the Brits tend to be the best to work with ( with some exceptions).

I have to disagree with that one. I would assume you are Brit by making that statement.

When working with Brits, all they can talk about is what is proper. Of course, proper is what is normal in the UK.

Similar to the Thais. What is proper is what Thais deem proper.

I'm not a Brit,but find Ozzies n Brits, the most Fun.They can laugh at their funny ways,but Americans dont have any,seems to me They are.Never Wrong,just like Germans. . Sorry John from San Diego,not You.

So then, you are Aussie, which would explain your comment.

If you are comparing me to a German, I'm ok with that.

My question is: Was this guy's singing that bad or was the next guy in the queue being that impatient? It seem to me that the attacks are getting more frivolous every time.

My dream wedding would be no wedding at all.