Report from the field, Phnom Penh: Was just advised that I have too many SETVs and that I could apply, but would probably lose 40 USD. A bit of background, almost 2 years of SETVs, but not back to back. I’ve spent 2+ months outside of Thailand this calendar year. They didn’t count the days or visas for this year, just noted I had too many and would likely be declined.
Will try my luck in Kota Bharu next week, or may go back to the states and try for a METV... or... gulp... Thai Elite.