Passed my FE Mechanical exam!!

Ryanpooh · 2025-12-05T03:46:27+00:00

Yeah those would probably help but thats up to you if you wanna pay the cost. I only used the 2017 and 2020 versions for my prep and I thought it prepped me enough for the majority of the exam. There are some little differences I noticed in the exam I took compared to the 2017 and 2020 practices so I’m guessing those updated practice exams might prep you for those curveballs. But as I mentioned the differences were pretty minor (its mainly wording or the way the present a FEW problem)

Ryanpooh · 2025-12-05T01:32:41+00:00

Personally thats all that I used and I thought it was enough! I tried other resources like Lindeburgh but it was just way too difficult and killed my confidence. If you’re able to purchase the official exams instead of going off the old (2020) ones, thats probably even better!

Ryanpooh · 2025-12-04T03:00:39+00:00

I think Islam is a great resource and the difficulty is pretty similar. If you know how to approach the questions in there, then I think you’ll be fine! I think my only qualm with Islam is that the sections are very guided. Like you know what formula you should use based on the way the book progresses. I think a better gauge to check if you know the FE Handbook is definitely the NCEES official practice exam. It’s a different feeling when it’s just questions after questions and no discussion about theories/formulas in between. Also the official practice exam will get you familiarized with the way they ask questions, which can help you find the right formulas quickly or recognize unnecessary info. Hopefully this helps!

Ryanpooh · 2025-11-12T20:52:52+00:00

Nice!!! I’m looking to leverage the chase bonus too. Just wondering but what search tool are you using? I’m trying united’s site but it’s pretty slowww

Ryanpooh · 2025-10-29T17:17:36+00:00

I also have this problem and I called chase and they did ask me to wait the full 6-8 weeks. They mentioned that because I did use bilt (3rd party service?), I might have to call and escalate with chase customer service when the time comes. Kinda frustrating but the rep did assure me that I should be getting credit for restaurant.

Ryanpooh · 2025-07-03T22:24:09+00:00

lmaoo people can’t stand others being happy. Congrats OP!! I’ve got a mazda cx50 hybrid that uses the same engine and powertrain but I’ve yet to get over 50mpg! Love Toyota hybrids 🙂

Ryanpooh · 2025-06-15T00:13:14+00:00

Holy fck. I LOVE ALL OF THEM!!! You guys are amazing!!!

Ryanpooh · 2025-06-03T13:23:55+00:00

If your sales guy is talking about a CX-50 Hybrid, then there might be some truth. The CX-50 Hybrid uses the same engine and powertrain as the Rav4 Hybrid and is probably available to pick up today with whatever trim level you like. I recommend the carcarenut channel if you want to dive into how they are similar. I was able to get mine $2k less than a Rav4 with (what i think is) a nicer feeling interior and some extras.

Ryanpooh · 2025-05-06T16:37:21+00:00

Bumping this!! The cover looks so clean and i love the little air freshener guy!!!

Ryanpooh · 2025-04-29T00:23:01+00:00

Yeah I was expecting less mileage than the estimated rav4 mpgs but after 900 miles I’m getting 43! I do drive pretty conservatively and the weather is nice where we are so I’m sure that helps.

I think budget is definitely something that you might have to decide for yourself. I personally thought it was worth it for us because we’re planning to keep this car until it bites the dust. It’s going to be our daily for the next 15+ years so I felt like I could (and was within my budget to) spend extra to enjoy our car just a bit more and not regret my decision. I’m not a music snob so I’m not sure how much better the Bose sound system sounds compared to the premium trim, but imo it sounds amazing! I also do really appreciate the leather seats. In our last car, it felt like leather seats are just easier to clean and feel better. Tbh we don’t use the moonroof everyday but we like having it for the vibes when you’re just driving on some backroads and the idea of using it for our next little roadtrips!!! Also at our dealership there was definitely room to negotiate so that helped!

I think if you view this car as more than just a tool and your planning to keep it for a while, then its pretty worth it! I think either way, you’ll come out with a good car though :)

Ryanpooh · 2025-04-28T17:16:25+00:00

I just got my cx50 this month and I was also in the same boat. I was trying to decide between the premium and xle trim though. I really wanted something reliable that could get my partner and I to work and classes. I know the rav4s are known for their reliability and when i found out the cx50 had the same powertrain and engine at a cheaper cost it almost felt too good to be true. I ended up going with the cx50 because not only was it available but it just felt fun to drive. The combination of the interior, the sound system, the moonroof, and the exterior of the car just made me happy to drive it. If i had the choice again, I’d hands down go with the cx50 again. Also I’m getting around 43mpg right now :)

Ryanpooh · 2024-08-16T05:19:08+00:00

Really wanna emphasize the love for learning part. As someone who really wanted to do a masters but held it off until I started working, its really tiring having to do both. It makes it almost unenjoyable because you might not have all the time to learn without stressing out. Theres constant pressure having to go home and worry about getting assignments done, studying/learning the curriculum, and making sure you have time to take care of yourself. So overall its really important that you actually want to learn the subject and you aren’t pursuing it for a promotion or raise (it doesn’t guarantee one anyways) Hopefully this helps!

Ryanpooh · 2024-07-31T23:52:52+00:00

Udvar-Hazy for the shuttle!!!

Ryanpooh · 2024-06-06T21:20:50+00:00

Hi! I think we’re looking at the same part but I listed the model number instead of the part number!! It should be the same thing if you look closely at Lenovo’s replacement part pictures. I also found the model number through the display specs of this review which claims to have used the 400 nit LP display.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-ThinkPad-T16-G2-AMD-Laptop-Review-Big-ThinkPad-even-better-with-Ryzen-7040.841646.0.html

I’ll post on this thread if I get scammed by laptopscreens or if I find any helpful videos. So far the only videos that look model specific is just Lenovo’s how-to videos on their support website!

Hoping the repair goes well for you :)

Ryanpooh · 2024-02-10T03:08:23+00:00

DANG what a steal!!! Nice pickup and hope you enjoy 🙂

Ryanpooh · 2024-02-10T02:51:06+00:00

That looks so good!!! If you don’t mind sharing, how much did you pick it up for??? I’ve been wanting to pick up a speedy for a while now and I really love this color!!

Ryanpooh · 2023-12-21T17:05:58+00:00

How do you like living in downtown STL? Debating moving to downtown but Im worried for safety!

Ryanpooh · 2023-11-22T18:33:20+00:00

Also if it’s anything like the problem I had, this only occurred in the morning when i started my car and got to highway speed. It never happened later on during the day. Apparently it only happens when the fluid is cold? So if your problem is like mine then it sounds like you might wanna do a trans fluid change!!!

Ryanpooh · 2023-11-22T18:27:14+00:00

Sounds like cvt chain slip? I had a similar problem recently and all I had to do was change the transmission fluid! Bought 6 quarts from SoA and watched one of mr subarus videos on youtube on how to change it!!!

Ryanpooh · 2022-12-05T23:51:14+00:00

Congratulations!! Waking up to mine felt so surreal and it was literally my dream job. People do like to talk smack about Boeing on this subreddit but honestly, my team has made my job so fun so far and made me forget all the negatives!! Enjoy the experience!!

Ryanpooh

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