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by VincentD
Sat Dec 23, 2023 12:09 pm
Forum: News
Topic: Sinking Ferry - Koh Tao
Replies: 6
Views: 935

Re: Sinking Ferry - Koh Tao

Back in the very early '80s the ferry was also the only way to get to Samui. The high speed took about 2 hours and was passenger only; the slower one which could ferry vehicles took between 5-6 hours. No airport back then..
by VincentD
Thu Dec 21, 2023 1:53 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Coin Counting Machines
Replies: 14
Views: 2470

Re: Coin Counting Machines

The banks stopped this service a long time ago, or would discourage you from doing so by charging 200 baht (at the time) for the service. I used to have some coin-operated fuel dispensers and phone top-up machines some years back and would have about 5,000 baht in coins almost every month. I had to ...
by VincentD
Tue Nov 14, 2023 2:56 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: There's a gremlin in my aircon remote!
Replies: 14
Views: 1474

Re: There's a gremlin in my aircon remote!

Off topic..
While on the subject of leds on remotes, for those of you who weld and have an auto darkening helmet, aiming the tv remote at the helmet sets off the auto darkening..
So now you know how to test that too ;)
by VincentD
Tue Nov 14, 2023 2:52 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: There's a gremlin in my aircon remote!
Replies: 14
Views: 1474

Re: There's a gremlin in my aircon remote!

The part number on the remote is a good way to search. I actually found a tv remote with the same part number as the dead one at Amorn electronics in Bangkok. Not a large selection, but got what I wanted. As for the online ordered one, I have had a similar experience with an ac remote, some of the b...
by VincentD
Tue Jul 25, 2023 10:31 am
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Water Pumps
Replies: 19
Views: 1624

Re: Water Pumps

Oh, and when the bearing is on its way out, it can be heard three houses over when in operation. Yes, it can be replaced, but finding a tech and getting him to come with the correct part is another matter. At least in Bangkok it is not as troublesome, just call the agent. Something you may just want...
by VincentD
Tue Jul 25, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Water Pumps
Replies: 19
Views: 1624

Re: Water Pumps

Buksi, I have had loads of headaches with these types of pressure pumps. I note that you say, 'it doesn't sound quite right'. Seeing as the pressure switch is new, and that you have bled off all the air from the top portion, the only thing that will cause this unending operation is a crack in the ta...
by VincentD
Fri Jul 21, 2023 1:36 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Problems with rats
Replies: 11
Views: 1065

Re: Problems with rats

Catch and release does not work with them. They spread disease, and breed faster than rabbits. They chewed up all the wiring in my electric organ so I'm quite po'ed. Get those 'snap' type traps they die immediately. Glue does get the younger ones but the old ones are wiser and stay away. Agreed, tho...
by VincentD
Wed Jul 12, 2023 10:57 am
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bangkok Dinner Cruise – Trip Report with photos/video
Replies: 36
Views: 2518

Re: Bangkok Dinner Cruise – Trip Report with photos/video

BB, pity you didn't get to sample the Indian food you originally booked the cruise for...
by VincentD
Wed Jul 12, 2023 10:56 am
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bangkok Dinner Cruise – Trip Report with photos/video
Replies: 36
Views: 2518

Re: Bangkok Dinner Cruise – Trip Report with photos/video

I did not want to go on the cruise myself, but it was a special occasion for some people with limited time in Bangkok. The thing that put me off was how chaotic the queues can become, even with the staff trying their best. I absolutely hate queue cutters and the 'tourists' have a way of adding addit...
by VincentD
Thu Jun 29, 2023 7:09 am
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Cleaning blocked outside drain pipes
Replies: 6
Views: 1114

Re: Cleaning blocked outside drain pipes

Glad to see it helped.
by VincentD
Mon Jun 26, 2023 12:19 pm
Forum: Ask The Expats
Topic: Cleaning blocked outside drain pipes
Replies: 6
Views: 1114

Re: Outside drain pipe

Check the website 'thaidrain' dot com. I cannot remember if it is the same company as I used in Bangkok many years ago but they say they provide nationwide service, with rates starting from 1,500 baht (cannot remember if that was per blockage) but still a better option than breaking up my old drain....
by VincentD
Mon Jun 19, 2023 1:38 pm
Forum: Health Issues
Topic: Allergies
Replies: 10
Views: 866

Re: Allergies

My personal opinion is that too many foodstuffs being consumed are processed in some way so not all the good stuff is getting to you. Examples of this would be polished rice, where up to 90% of the minerals are removed, leaving only the starchy bits. Similarly, most french fries have the skin remove...
by VincentD
Mon Jun 19, 2023 1:23 pm
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bangkok Dinner Cruise
Replies: 22
Views: 1865

Re: Bangkok Dinner Cruise

And bring fireworks??
by VincentD
Mon Jun 19, 2023 9:52 am
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bangkok Dinner Cruise
Replies: 22
Views: 1865

Re: Bangkok Dinner Cruise

Slightly off topic.. Over twenty years ago, one of the big bosses in my company fancied a river cruise for his birthday. He booked the whole boat and got the lot of us on it for the night..
by VincentD
Mon Jun 19, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: On The Road
Topic: Bangkok Dinner Cruise
Replies: 22
Views: 1865

Re: Bangkok Dinner Cruise

You're going for the cruise!! Food is typical buffet, unless you make a special order and pay for it before the cruise leaves. And make sure you book your seats beforehand, otherwise you will find yourself under deck, which will defeat the purpose of the cruise..