u/virtual_mandarin — reddlx

How to pull wire through tight floor lamp

First time here and first lamp repair project! -

I'm trying to replace the socket for an old floor lamp, but struggling with the wire length! How can I pull/push more wire out to connect with a new lamp socket (not pictured)?

The wire seems SO tightly fitted into the metal swiveling attachment that I can't seem to move any of the wire through it. The length of the wire available right now to wrap around the replacement lamp socket looks too short. Tried with pliers but no luck. Any tips or tricks?

u/virtual_mandarin — 13 days ago

▲ 9 r/jacksonheights+1 crossposts

Bike Route from JH to Rockaways?

I love biking to the beach! Does anyone know of a less bad bike route to take from Jackson Heights to the Rockaways? Any roads to avoid?

No one has recommended me to bike to the beach from this part of Queens lol but I want to try and see for myself!!!

Edit: Thanks so much!! Lots of route options to sift through and try this summer. Strong differing opinions on Woodhaven Blvd I see....The route going thru Forest Park appears the most low key imo just from looking at a map??

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u/virtual_mandarin — 15 days ago

▲ 6 r/nycpublicservants

For job postings for permanent titles, when is someone eligible for the incumbent rate? I was told at a hiring pool event that I was ineligible for the incumbent rate even though I have worked more than 2 years in the city within the past 2 years because I was in a non-competitive title before. This hiring person told me only if you worked under a permanent title does your work time count towards getting the incumbent rate. Is that true? I haven't read about this on DCAS. I don't work for the City now but did before recently.

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u/virtual_mandarin — 2 months ago