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  1.  

    Hi

    What is the cost of non inverter unit...?

     

    I think the cost difference between the 2 units is what 

    you want to compare.  The benefit of the inverter is that the unit doesn't shut on and off like a typical AC unit. The fan/compressor adjusts speed up and down depending on the cooling demand and therefore uses less energy when its not needed and doesn't suffer from abrupt starts and stops of the compressor each cooling cycle.

    If the inverter unit only costs about B3000/100 usd more  vs. the non inverter I would think its an easy choice to spend the small amount to realize savings on your electric bill.....just my .02 worth

    mac

  2.  

    Hi

     

    If you can remove the tile carefully.....

     

    You might look in Lazada or even Homepro for some underwater putty/epoxy.....mix (knead) together and apply.

    Will harden under water and is waterproof....will also fill cracks if needed.

    However....you may be experiencing much more than a simple crack....you pool maybe continously separating in which case this will be a temporary fix. There is an awesome pool company up my way....Bang Khae who might give you some information or good suggestions if you get to that point.

     

    good luck

    mac

     

    here is a basic youtube video of the epoxy.....

     

  3. "Sorry, you forgot to add the prison tours!! You cant forget the prison tours!!!"

     

    Don't knock the prison tours.....

     

    DIdn't you know the inmates can order either KFC or Pizza hut for delivery......at least at Khlong Prem they are/were able to

     

    I saw the electronic LED sign in the waiting room while going to see a "thai friend".....

     

    Now of course you need some $$ in your Canteen account....

     

    I can't order any food from outside here in my spacious quarantine accommodation .....however they were kind enough to go buy me some dish soap and a sponge at 7.

     

    stay safe and healthy everyone....

    mac

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    Ohhhh......Now you tell me!!!!   555555

     

    I'm starting day 3 of Quarantine....Its 12:30 am and I just woke up from a 3 hour nap.

     

    AS always it seems like a good idea when put forth by the "Thai powers that be".....until they actually think about it a bit more 

    and realize the "downside" has more potential than the "upside" Benefit.

     

    I applaud their thinking....I think. I know they are desperate to jump start the economy (just like every other country in the world thats been affected by C-19)

     

    Stay tuned as we can expect them to do one of several things going forward:  1) Nahhh we were kidding. 3) NO we didn't actually say anything of the kind and we will sue anyone who says otherwise. 3) Do nothing 4) Actually come up with a well thought out plan that doesn't appear to enrich a small portion of the elected gentry in the Thai Gov't.

     

    Here was my dessert dinner tonight.....I hope they didn't break the bank with the portion size.  ????????   (1" x 1" in size)

     

    stay safe and healthy everyone

    mac

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    Hi all

     

    I was looking at the LMG policy and saw that the deductible starts at 100,000 THB.....just in case anyone was considering that policy.  That seems like a HUGE deductible for most people and hopefully the premium is lower as a result of such a high deductible.  I saw that it is for the long stay O-A but think maybe is for STV visa also....can anyone confirm that

     

    Also.....what is the 400/40 policy for ?   

     

    I thought that all visas that required a C-19 policy was a mandatory 100,00 USD

     

    Stay healthy everyone....leaving for Thailand in a few days.

     

    mac

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    Question for anyone who is familiar....

     

    I did not see anywhere on the COE registration....requesting "fit to fly" or C-19 test results.

    Do they want that information which will not be available until 72 hours before flight anyways ?

     

    The COE registration seemed like a repeat of all the information from my visa application.

     

    I also was not able to input my USA telephone number, and kept getting an error that overseas number is invalid

    (chrome browser and it accepted all the other phone numbers just fine)

     

    I am flying on Feb 14th ..... can I register anytime for COE before my flight (as in register now Feb 2) ?

     

    a quick note if Ubonjoe reads this....I was unable to send you any messages. Is there a problem with the website ?

    I do not see any of the normal information on the website main page....just headers but no subtopics.

    except for the Technology section which appears normal.   Just curious...it's been this way for more than a week.

     

    thanks all for your wisdom

    mac

     

     

  7. HI all,

     

    I am in the process of collecting all he documents needed for applying for my STV. I am in the U.S.

     

    I have a question regarding the Criminal record requirement: I am able to request a Cori check of my record but I don't see 

    any way to get it signed by an authorizer's signature since it is all done online.   Any suggestions or is this really for the Non-Imm

    Visas ?   I have to say I haven't seen such a list of requirements ever before for obtaining a tourist visa to enter Thailand.

    I think I can say without reservation I do not have: Leprosy or Elephantiasis or any Step of Syphilis or Drug addiction ????

     

    Anyways we must keep a sense of humor while fulfilling these requirements...because the 14 days of Quarantine will certainly sap of us of any remaining humor we might have retained ????

     

    I am open to any and all suggestions

     

    mac

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    Hi All,

     

      I saw recently the Thai government has approved Golf (resort)  Quarantine for the mandatory 14 days.

    I have written (email)  the Thai consulate in New York but so far have not received any reply.

     

    Does anyone here in Thaivisa-land have any information or can point me in the right direction where I can find out locations/prices ?

    I am grateful for any info that can be shared here.

     

    Thanks and stay healthy,

    mac

     

  9.  

    Yes that is true, I found out when I went to renew my tax sticker/registration and insurance this past April.  There has been a cap

    on the bed of the truck since I bought it  used in 2002. This year they wanted either an extra B2000 or take the cap off.

    Still not sure why now they wanted more money or did they want the cap added to the book and that cost B 2000 ?

    Ahhh the regulations are a hard one to decipher as it really depends on who you ask in the govt and whether they give 

    you an erroneous answer (right or wrong) and later being at the checkpoint with the police wanting to write you a ticket you

    or take an on the spot donation in lieu of any paperwork.

     

  10.  

    I have on my 2001 Toyota Tiger Pickup truck....bumpers that I added myself.

    the rear is two sections of steel pipe painted silver. they run the width of the vehicle and are to discourage those that like to follow closely from behind.

    I also have the same on the front they are painted black. My thai spouse is now telling me that the vehicle cannot have  anything but factory bumpers or no bumper at all is ok,

    and I will most likely get fined if the police stop me at a checkpoint if I don't remove them.  They have been on the vehicle for at least 10 years without any attention from the police.

    Are there are new rules for vehicles now or new enforcement for previously existing regulations ?   thanks mac

  11.  

    Hi there,

     

    I submitted paperwork for a K-1 visa to the proper lockbox in the states at the end of December 2016. I-130 was approved in approx 3 months then transferred to  different offices for further processing. Received final approval in mid May. Paperwork was then transferred to U.S. Embassy in Bangkok. Received several notices from Embassy but never was informed of our interview date.   I wrote them via email  inquiring about when it was going to be...They informed us that we were a no-show for a late July date  (we had never received any email...mail...phone call of the interview date.) It was rescheduled for a late August date at my request ( I am the petitioner) and they gave us the Aug 29th. Showed up with Fiance' at 6:30 am for a 7:00 am interview, first in the queue and after all paperwork was deemed complete my fiance' stood up at the interview window. An American gentleman (who spoke thai) and another Thai gentleman who watched asked him to raise his left hand asked a couple questions was then granted a K-1 visa to come to USA to marry me.  7 months I think is about right depending on how busy they are.  A couple things: After you are notified that Bangkok has the paperwork don't hesitate to contact them after several weeks to inquire as I think sometimes paperwork gets overlooked and your inquiry may help them "find it". I had been with my Thai partner for 18 years and was easily able to show them a real and ongoing relationship that dated back to 1998. We have a home outside of Bangkok and plenty of photos to support our claim of a relationship.  I would be prepared for your fiance to be able to answer any and all questions they might ask in the event they are not convinced with all your supporting materials you have provided.  They said we would receive our paperwork/passport with visa in 2 weeks from the interview date....in fact we received them within 48 hours via EMS to our home.  My best to you and good wishes for a successful petition for your visa.  Please dont hesitate if you have any questions.

    macster44

     

     

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  12. My two cents:

    You may find that you can only receive money Into Thailand via Western Union.

    That was the case several years ago when I tried to send to a friend outside the country however the policy may have changed

    since then.

    You may have better luck as the OP mentioned and set up an online account and send via your CC/Debit card.

    mac

  13. Hello all

    Here is the Thai spelling of Alum: สารส้ม It's called "Saan(rising tone) Sohm(falling tone)" and they do sell it in most hardware stores.

    The price for me has been between 5-10 baht/kg just outside BKK

    It comes in big white crystalline chunks that you can easily break up with a hammer into smaller or even into a powder to cast across your swimming pool surface or dissolve in water first and then add that to your pool.

    Hope this helps....It's great stuff just remember to vacuum to waste not thru the filter.

  14. I have been asking around to no avail...can anyone point me in the right direction.

    It will be used for my swimming pool and am curious what it is called in thai.

    I keep getting blank looks when i ask for it by the english name..I know it has been popular with the shrimp farmers for controlling algae.

    Thanks,

    macster44

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