webfact Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Cowboys! - firm knocking down Pattaya hotel slammed in the Thai media Picture: Siamchon PATTAYA: -- Furious Thai and foreign residents in South Pattaya have called in the media after great lumps of corrugated iron have rained down on a small soi. A Thai firm are currently being paid 2.9 million baht to dismantle the Boutique Paradise Hotel that was illegally extended in Soi V.C. Residents were initially angry when the company doing the work failed to stop dust spreading in the area. But this week large sheets of corrugated iron have come loose. One foreigner pointing in our picture said that one night "it all came down". Sianchon news went to the area and filmed large sections of supposedly protective iron waving precariously in the wind and rain. One large section was lying by the side of the soi. Residents were scared and convinced the whole lot was going to fall on their heads. A sign at the scene says the work is being carried out by "Tairano Construction Co Ltd" and warns people to keep out. Picture: Siamchon The 13 story hotel was the subject of a court order to tear it down after it was shown that the owners had exceeded height regulations. Source: Siamchon -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2017-07-18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esprit Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 But this is Thailand. Just a simple case of cowboys and bandits. If Farangs are stupid enough to invest where the country is run by the bandits and the rip offs by cowboys, then more fools them. Until this country is wiped clean, starting from the highest echelons down through all departments, then don't complain about your own stupidity In thinking Thailand is civilise and honest. Never will be without a civil war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 2 minutes ago, esprit said: But this is Thailand. Says it all. One reason I like the place. It makes one keep their wits about them....Maybe not the balcony divers, but it keeps me on my toes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esprit Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 6 minutes ago, jaywalker said: Says it all. One reason I like the place. It makes one keep their wits about them....Maybe not the balcony divers, but it keeps me on my toes. Agreed kemosabe. regards Tonto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUNCHER Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Wait until they try to demolish Waterfront. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 2 minutes ago, esprit said: Agreed kemosabe. regards Tonto ¿Que Pasa Amigo? I wouldn't call myself Tonto, though I get your joke. It's a Spanish word for "fool" or "idiot". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaywalker Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 5 minutes ago, CRUNCHER said: Wait until they try to demolish Waterfront. They could probably fly a couple Airbus A380's into that monstrosity & nobody would notice...Except those of us that wish it had never been (halfway) built. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marko kok prong Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Proof that Liquid nails does not solve all problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overherebc Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Good pointing though. Obviously been here a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansnl Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 2 hours ago, esprit said: But this is Thailand. Just a simple case of cowboys and bandits. If Farangs are stupid enough to invest where the country is run by the bandits and the rip offs by cowboys, then more fools them. Until this country is wiped clean, starting from the highest echelons down through all departments, then don't complain about your own stupidity In thinking Thailand is civilise and honest. Never will be without a civil war. Surely you don't think civil war is or will bring any solution? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destiny1990 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Just wear a helmet when walk near it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark01 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Have a look down Walking Street, it's full of cowboys and Indians. And a few buffalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 If there is a bit of a storm this stuff will blow around and could slice bits off people. Shoddy attempt at protective shielding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lvr181 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Ummmm.............do the "authorities" care? NAH! Those 'envelopes' will cure any ills or cover them up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmacken306 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 4 hours ago, marko kok prong said: Proof that Liquid nails does not solve all problems. Should of used Duck Tape! It gives a little when you put up a big Kite and have strong winds!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phuketboy Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 There are no qualified or proper tradesmen in Thailand. It's a case of I saw someone do it, so I can do it to. No apprenticeships or proper training, so what do you expect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad mick Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) 4 hours ago, esprit said: But this is Thailand. Just a simple case of cowboys and bandits. If Farangs are stupid enough to invest where the country is run by the bandits and the rip offs by cowboys, then more fools them. Until this country is wiped clean, starting from the highest echelons down through all departments, then don't complain about your own stupidity In thinking Thailand is civilise and honest. Never will be without a civil war. U r right " Edited July 18, 2017 by Mad mick No reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis7 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 No point of complaining, all the hotel owners are thai and connected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbi1 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Hey hey! The Thai media have managed to con another stupid foreigner to do the "pointing and looking stupid in a picture" thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimmer Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 A racist slur has been trashed also multiple off topic posts. Topic is about an hotel being demolished by some 'cowboys' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckamuck Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) Cowboys get such a bad rap. I know some genuine cowboys. It;s very unlikely any of them are working in Pattaya. They don't like to get too far from the ranch. Edited July 18, 2017 by canuckamuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxcorrigan Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 3 hours ago, mark01 said: Have a look down Walking Street, it's full of cowboys and Indians. And a few buffalo Don't forget Type 2 Women, as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megasin1 Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 Ductile Tape is probable more apt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 9 hours ago, esprit said: But this is Thailand. Just a simple case of cowboys and bandits. If Farangs are stupid enough to invest where the country is run by the bandits and the rip offs by cowboys, then more fools them. Until this country is wiped clean, starting from the highest echelons down through all departments, then don't complain about your own stupidity In thinking Thailand is civilise and honest. Never will be without a civil war. I think the point of the story is about the danger and inconvenience caused by the firm dismantling the building, not warning of investing in the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esprit Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 1 hour ago, sambum said: I think the point of the story is about the danger and inconvenience caused by the firm dismantling the building, not warning of investing in the country. And do you not think that a regulated and uncorrupted industry would be required to dismantle the building in a controlled and safe manner ? or do you think that it is irrelevant and uncontrolled and corrupted companies will put HSQE first ? So therefore only invest if you condone the behaviour that currently exists and /or you can afford to lose the money. That is the connection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonmarleesco Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 10 hours ago, webfact said: Residents were initially angry when the company doing the work failed to stop dust spreading in the area. TiT. There isn't a firm, or an employee, who gives the slightest thought to dust flying around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted July 18, 2017 Share Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, esprit said: And do you not think that a regulated and uncorrupted industry would be required to dismantle the building in a controlled and safe manner ? or do you think that it is irrelevant and uncontrolled and corrupted companies will put HSQE first ? So therefore only invest if you condone the behaviour that currently exists and /or you can afford to lose the money. That is the connection. I am not intending to get into an argument with you about this, and not wanting to repeat myself, so I agree with what you are saying, but the topic is not about investing money in the country - it is an article about the work being carried out in a dangerous and haphazard way. Edited July 18, 2017 by sambum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwikeith Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 20 hours ago, esprit said: Agreed kemosabe. regards Tonto 20 hours ago, esprit said: Agreed kemosabe. regards Tonto Quite impressive safety standard here, just a bit of loose iron not to worry. What about the people weeding the road divisions with only one traffic cone to warm motorists, TIT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgMech Cowboy Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Hey, hey, hey. What's this BS of using the term Cowboy to mean WILDMEN. Cowboys and cowboying are a solid term to mean good people and good work ethics. Learn your terms or don't use them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marko kok prong Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Ever seen em welding ,using a cheapo pair of sunglasses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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