@Al-Max
Saudi citizen
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Saudi
Lives in Riyadh
Registration: 01 August 2010
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Car insurance company in Riyadh ???
Hello, Can someone help me please? I need a new car insurance contract and unfortunately, looking in the web there is hardly anything useful (actually totally useless). Can somebody advice on insurance company that can be reached by phone reliably ... Read More
Riyadh Road Runners - is anyone here a member? by gowiththeflowUK
Hi guys & gals - thought to check with you - I am thinking of joining Riyadh Road Runners as Ian & I run regularly. He is an experienced runner, as with a lot of South African's, able to run incredible distances. But little old me is simply a 5 - ...
Humm, why not get back to the original question? oh yeah, about running or jogging. Yep I'm interested in jogging and doing some aerobics in the open air. the Roadrunners seem too much for me at this point; I need to get gradually in shape before ... Read More
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NOT GROUNDED! WHAT TO DO???? by Al-Max
Hi all, this is my third post since I arrived to Riyadh quite recently. I am renting a nice apt. The 4-story building is about 3 to 5 years old at most, but I am the very first one renting this apartment (I believe all the tenants are newly ...
Update: I just learned from someone (not exactly an electrician) that grounding of some appliances is done through the Neutral wire. In some countries (USA & Canada) this practice is now unlawful (it was used to save copper wire up to the 60s!). My ... Read More
How to check for Saher traffic camera violations by WTENGEL
Ladies, you don't have to worry about this one, but fellas, if you drive frequently, you might find this helpful. To see if you have any violations from the Saher traffic camera system attached to your license, do the following: Send an SMS text ...
I want to buy a car, how can I check that the car is free of traffic violations or debts? By plate number? and where? Thanks. Max Read More
Non GMO in Riyadh by Mudrinjo
Well I noticed that all food in Riyadh is genetically modified. Im wondering is there ANYWHERE in Riyadh where you can buy 100% natural food?
Talking about milk, I was expecting to find lots of female camel milk in the supermarket :-) I would be 100 % sure that milk is not GMO and is steroids-free. Yet haven't found a single pack. anyone knows where to find? My advice to avoid possible ... Read More
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NOT GROUNDED! WHAT TO DO???? by Al-Max
Hi all, this is my third post since I arrived to Riyadh quite recently. I am renting a nice apt. The 4-story building is about 3 to 5 years old at most, but I am the very first one renting this apartment (I believe all the tenants are newly ...
Can you people check if your outlets (220V) where you live have grounding to earth? I would like to start gathering information for statistical record. seriously, maybe it is a good idea, and do not trust blindly your electrical ... Read More
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NOT GROUNDED! WHAT TO DO???? by Al-Max
Hi all, this is my third post since I arrived to Riyadh quite recently. I am renting a nice apt. The 4-story building is about 3 to 5 years old at most, but I am the very first one renting this apartment (I believe all the tenants are newly ...
Alliecat, Sorry for not giving you the due credits for that genial idea ;-) I have now officially corrected that error and nelson probably should agree. Anyway, I am learning a great deal about the "electricians" in this country. Thanks kittie. ... Read More
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NOT GROUNDED! WHAT TO DO???? by Al-Max
Hi all, this is my third post since I arrived to Riyadh quite recently. I am renting a nice apt. The 4-story building is about 3 to 5 years old at most, but I am the very first one renting this apartment (I believe all the tenants are newly ...
Thanks beezer and nelson for your comments. Definitely it's my safety that I'm concerned, not the building or items. I haven't spoken to the landlord yet, so I will post whatever he answers. Yes, searching for alternatives I found a possible ... Read More
customs advice by dizcostu
howdy all! i'll be arriving in riyadh in december! ...finally :D i want to bring in my dvd collection and i've heard that customs screen all media brought in pretty carefully. i dont think that any of my dvd's are "anti-islamic" but maybe they ...
I also wanted to bring my collection of DVDs, and finally decided not to do it...that way. Chances are your luggage may be checked. Some say you are better off arriving late at night, like after 9-10 PM, when the workers are quite tired of the long ... Read More
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NOT GROUNDED! WHAT TO DO???? by Al-Max
Hi all, this is my third post since I arrived to Riyadh quite recently. I am renting a nice apt. The 4-story building is about 3 to 5 years old at most, but I am the very first one renting this apartment (I believe all the tenants are newly ...
Thanks Musicman and bhills for the answers. Well, I decided to investigate, and unscrewed the outlets of the whole apartment. The answer is unequivocal. Absolutely no presence of any ground wire, all the earth prungs have no wire at all. Now, ... Read More
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS NOT GROUNDED! WHAT TO DO????
Hi all, this is my third post since I arrived to Riyadh quite recently. I am renting a nice apt. The 4-story building is about 3 to 5 years old at most, but I am the very first one renting this apartment (I believe all the tenants are newly ... Read More
Importing japanese right-hand drive car in Saudi Arabia by Al-Max
Hello, I am about to import my japanese-made car, which of course is right-hand drive. Can anyone tell me if these cars are allowed to circulate in Saudi Arabia? Thanks for your answer. Al-Max
bump! has anybody seen cars with right-side drive in Saudi Arabia? Otherwise, is it legal? Thanks for your comments. Al-Max Read More
Yamaha keyboard repair shop in Riyadh by Al-Max
Hello, I'm new in Riyadh. I brought with me a Yamaha Keyboard P80. When I connected it with a voltage converter (250 -> ~110), the keyboard doesn't light on anymore. Not sure if it's a "voltage problem" or is really DOA (dammaged during the trip) ...
Thanks MadMaz for the information. I will check that. If I find the place useful I will post back in case anyone would need it. Al-Max Read More
Yamaha keyboard repair shop in Riyadh
Hello, I'm new in Riyadh. I brought with me a Yamaha Keyboard P80. When I connected it with a voltage converter (250 -> ~110), the keyboard doesn't light on anymore. Not sure if it's a "voltage problem" or is really DOA (dammaged during the trip) ... Read More
Importing japanese right-hand drive car in Saudi Arabia
Hello, I am about to import my japanese-made car, which of course is right-hand drive. Can anyone tell me if these cars are allowed to circulate in Saudi Arabia? Thanks for your answer. Al-Max Read More