[Northeast Thailand: New Economic Hub]

Thailand the land of Hubs                                                    o

[Is this price out of line?]

I had mine done last year.  See clearly now and no complications.  I went first to a Ophthalmologist in Roi ET and he told me 30,000 baht per eye in a private hospital.    He did the surgery himself.  first one eye and about a month later the second.  60,000 baht and no other costs except meds.  

 

You're getting ripped off IMHO.

[Carabao beer in Pattaya?]

Tried the dark beer in the bottle and found it not bad.  Then I had a lager in a can and it had a really strong after taste either from the hops, malt or the brewing procedure.  Had a hard time finishing the can.  won't be buying it again.  Disappointed!!!

[Your best life quotes]

The world is not perfect!!! and,  I sometimes have to say to myself "Get up off your ass and do something"

[Marijuana users have elevated levels of heavy metals in their blood, urine: study]

The marijuana that is sold nowadays is mostly laced with all sorts of chemicals to enhance its strength.  That being fentanyl, Meth and anything else that is laying around the chemical shops.

Best advice is to grow your own!!!

[Problems with Asean Now newsletter]

Since about a month I have had problems with opening items in the Newsletter that I receive 2 times a day.  Either freezing or not responding. I do not have the same problems with other Apps.

Also the Ads have become terrible.  Anyone having similar problems?

[Free circumcision program for young Muslim in Pattaya a cut above the rest]

I was born in USA and almost all were circumsized at birth or soon after back in the late 40s as well as having tonsils removed.

[Did your Electric bill this month double?]

Mine went from 1500 to 4200.  718 baht FT

[Woman Senator Lashes At Prayut For Doing Nothing To Combat Corruption]

Corruption runs from the top politicians, police, government workers and down to the bottom and money runs the show.  Living in Thailand you can see it where ever you look.  Thai culture is corruption from top to bottom.  How can someone go after corruption when they themselves are corrupt?

[Air Fryers]

 

I have been informing myself about air fryers and need some input from people who have personal experience using one.  I am trying to get away from using so much oil to fry food.  I have looked around at different models and do not need a large one since we are just 2 people.   I know you can not cook everything in one.  Any opinion would be appreciated.

[First Extension (Retirement) Using Combination Method - possible?]

It also depends on which IO you go to.  I tried the combi method at Roi Et IO and they did not even know that it existed.  Luckily I had the 800K in the bank.

[Last Will and Testament]

Looking for a basic template for will in Thailand.  I have looked in internet but most cost and complicated.  Thanks

[Corolla Cross, any good?]

My car is setup to show liters per 100 kms.  Thus my car shows 4.2 liters for 100kms. That would mean about 25 kms per liter.  Or am I getting too old to calculate.

[Outrage in quiet Bang Saray! Naked women offered on pleasure boat trips ticks off ex mayor - police report today]

These boat trips with all inclusive have been going on in thailand, Pattaya, for years and they are fun..

[Corolla Cross, any good?]

I have a Cross GR Sport and have about 8000 kms on it.  Toyota is a little pricier than other comparable models but the resale value will be better.  Getting average 4.2 liters per 100 kms.  The GR Sport has a better suspension than the normal cross plus all black interior.  I have taken some pretty sharp curves at speed and the car stays stable.  I really like it and it is self charging.  I am sure you would be happy with one if you decide for a Cross.  Look around at other brands and models.

Enjoy yourself while looking.  Take care

[Large number of hookahs confiscated at Pattaya restaurants after reportedly being sold to foreign tourists]

Silly me, for a moment I thought a hookah was a slang pronunciation for a Hooker.

[ASEANOW newsletter]

Not receiving ASEANOW newsletter since 3 days.  What could be wrong?

 

 

[Cataracts, advice and info needed]

The term lenses have been used by responders to this topic.  A question:  Are these Lenses corrective lenses and how will they measure my need for correction.  

 

Sorry I could not find any Health forum.  Maybe overlooked it.

[Cataracts, advice and info needed]

Thanks for all the info and links to info.  I was wondering if I should only have one done at a time and it seems that is the best way to go.  

[Cataracts, advice and info needed]

Live in Isaan and since approx 1 or 2 years my eyesight has been decreasing.  After a couple of glass updates I finally went for a checkup with an Ophthalmologist.  Diagnosis: cataracts in both eyes.  Has anyone had this problem and could share your experience with corrective surgery and any other info about options for replacement lenses.  I will go back to Doctor in a couple of weeks and would like to have some info beforehand.  Thank you 

[TOYOTA Cross GR Sport]

I ordered a new Toyota Cross GR Sport last week, Thailand, and was told it would be 3 to 4 weeks for delivery.  I know how garages work and don't trust them very much,  Does anyone know realistic delivery times for this new model and considering the Covid situation?

 

[Danish man missing since 2015 found alive and well]

The details will all come out when he publishes his new book "Missing in Thailand"

[Motorists Urged Minimal Car Use to Curb Haze]

I am in Isaan and they are burning off the rice straw left in the fields.  These idiots that blame only cars must not live in the same world.  You just have to drive anywhere here and you can see the clouds of smoke everywhere.  This is I think but as usual not enforced.

[Toyota fuel pump recall]

59 minutes ago, mtls2005 said:

Model? Year?

 

A Google search yields quite a few toyota fuel pump recalls, all a bit different.

 

 

Don't know exactly but I think it was from June 2021.  800,000 cars I believe.  You should check with dealer

[Toyota fuel pump recall]

Hello All

 

I went to Toyota garage yesterday for Service and was told they would have to replace the fuel pump, which took about 2 extra hours.  The exchange was free.  I had not heard of anything before this.  Apparently the fuel pumps could develop a leak and thus fire danger.  I checked the internet and found info about the recall.  It involves mostly cars,  If you have not heard about this check the internet to see if you are affected.

Just thought I would give some info out.