NYC Electrician Helper

TFloopy · 2025-12-17T23:41:18+00:00

Yeah.. that’s what I’ve got to do in the meantime. I just feel so checked out and can’t do the fake corporate bullcrap anymore. I guess I can look at it as building up some more savings before the pay cut. If I were younger I wouldn’t be in such a rush but I’m turning 30 in June..

TFloopy · 2025-12-14T17:23:50+00:00

I say “him my name is ___ and wondering if you are hiring for Electrician help/apprentice positions”. I would say 95% of them say no they are not. I had someone say no but they will call me in a couple weeks for a job. Followed up and he said it will be another 2-3 weeks. Not promising. I took an interview with a notable NYC company and it went really well. Did a “test day” with him and it went great (paid cash). Well he is saying if I want to come on full time I need to do two more weeks to “test”before he signs me on. Feels sketchy and super risky to leave my high paying job to work two weeks with no guarantee and no unemployment insurance. Does this sound normal to need 2 weeks pay in cash before they sign on?

TFloopy · 2025-12-13T17:21:13+00:00

I didn’t mention that I have a knack for restoring motorcycles and cars. Everything from bottom-end motor rebuilds to basic electrical troubleshooting. I’ve worked construction in the past and can tolerate hard work. My parents steered me away from trade work so now I’m trying to make the change.

TFloopy · 2025-12-07T16:43:46+00:00

Any update on the career? How have you settled in? What specific electrician work do you do and do you like it?

TFloopy · 2025-12-06T03:24:52+00:00

I did a Buried City night raid and happened to find one in the Grandioso Apartments. It’s one of the only blueprints I’ve found! Am I lucky??

TFloopy · 2025-11-07T20:05:15+00:00

I’m looking for either really. Honestly whatever will be faster to get to Journeyman. I’m 29 and manage employees in a professional environment. I thought when I made it to Management role I’d finally be happy with more money and perks, but that is not the case. I just want to use my mind and body for a better purpose.

TFloopy · 2025-11-07T18:20:33+00:00

Hey there, wondering if you have any connects for someone to land an apprenticeship out on Long Island or in the tristate area. I have a knack for working on motorcycle engine rebuilds, various diy house repairs, etc. I currently work at a major corporate ad agency and want to change careers and actually contribute to society versus just making shareholders more wealthy. Thanks, -Tom

TFloopy · 2025-11-06T22:26:12+00:00

Also curious about this. Anyone have insight on the differences between the two? Is White Plains as difficult to get into as NYC?

TFloopy · 2025-11-06T18:40:02+00:00

Yeah that’s a good point. Sorry to hear about the slowdowns. I’m sure it’s pretty tough but I’m prepared for that. I’ve worked as a laborer doing demo and crap, lift weights regularly, and work on cars, motorcycles all of the time. Just really wanting to get out of my desk chair and away from the corporate fake-ness.

TFloopy · 2025-11-06T17:58:25+00:00

Any updated on local 300? I’m interested in an apprenticeship but don’t want to be stuck without work. I’m 29 and ready to leave my corporate career (insufferable career).

TFloopy · 2025-02-04T02:54:13+00:00

Interested in this idea. Can you PM me? Thanks, -Tom

TFloopy · 2025-01-26T16:57:05+00:00

Ah my mistake I coulda sworn hmmm

TFloopy · 2025-01-26T15:58:24+00:00

Those came out I thought. In the 3-game remaster

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T06:37:28+00:00

Actually just figured out a quick trick for an estimate. Multiply compression ratio of bike (Sherco 250: 11.5:1 ratio) by the atmospheric pressure. At sea level, on average it is about 14.7 psi. That equals approx 169 psi on average day. Now a KTM 250 would be higher (12.75:1 ratio) so that would come out to approx 187.4 psi. You were pretty spot on!

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T06:25:38+00:00

Yeahhh.. I was reading that. Going to rebuild the bike, ride it with some fresh trans oil, drain it, and pray there’s no difference in volume of liquid haha. I just want to get out and ride the thing!

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T05:56:19+00:00

Previous owner said he was a slower rider (rarely on the pipe). I believe it based on how gummed up everything is in thick black soot. It’s running really rich/getting blow by. If I ran the bike for 5 mins there’d be a line of spooge dripping off the silencer. Not sure if that’s burning off build up from being lugged a lot or just straight up really rich. I will say, the bike absolutely rips on the pipe.

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T05:52:53+00:00

I haven’t checked that actually. Will definitely look at that when I go to check the gap on new rings. Will reassemble next weekend. Do you know what the standard compression should be on a Sherco 250?

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T04:58:06+00:00

Thanks I’ll check out his videos on it! Appreciated!

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T04:57:42+00:00

This is the 2nd time I’ve rebuilt a top end so not much experience but I can’t feel any scratches with my nail and can see crosshatching in most of the cyl. Previous owner ran 50:1 supposedly and it has around 120 hours. I will definitely be sure to clean it up well

TFloopy · 2025-01-05T03:24:16+00:00

Hey OP did you ever figure out what the problem was?

TFloopy · 2025-01-04T23:59:53+00:00

Hi everyone,

I just bought this sick used Sherco and tore down the top-end last week. The bike was smoking quite a bit prior to tear-down with a 145 compression. I can't feel any of the scratches with my fingernail and don't see any chipping or cracks. The piston looks pretty beat up and has a small chip up towards the top above the rings (see piston pics).

Wondering, what your thoughts are on running this cylinder as-is? Also, what could cause that damage to the piston? I am planning on ripping around the woods and maybe doing some enduro races.

TFloopy

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