@Jan *****************
thanks for the detailed explanation. This was my thinking, first few times it maybe ok but over time better to get a proper long term visa. Currently have a thai gf (known her for 7 years) so this is my main reason ill be coming back longer. Usually id just do a few months a year before.
Always have proof of onward journeys, stay with my gf on koh phangan. And funds are never an issue