Hi there. That is exactly the same plan as I was hoping to do this trip. I arrived on a SETV stamped in for 60 days. BUT I was warned at tge airport I cannot stay 5 months on that plan in future. I have to get a Non O retirement visa. So now I have had to change plans on flying to Laos and back in again in case I am stopped a second time. Just a heads up that thry are getting very dtrict on visa+30 days visa exempt+ 30 days
Fully support you staying as a moderator Tod. Everything I know about thai visas I have learnt from you and the other moderators here. So please stay. This site is badly needed to help us all navigate the complexities and continually changing requirements of the Thai immigration department. Thanks.