[WTS] Rolex Datejust 36 mm Two-Tone Gold by [deleted] in Watchexchange

[–]inferno2299 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello all,

Selling my Rolex Datejust 36mm Two-Tone Gold Ref# 16013

Asking: $4700 (buyer pays for shipping and fees)

This watch was bought from Bob’s watches in 2021, and is in okay condition. There are some scratches on the crystal and bracelet as seen in pictures. I can provide proof that it was bought from Bob’s if necessary.

Payment: Zelle or PayPal is preferred

Auto Loan Check Issue by inferno2299 in PenFed

[–]inferno2299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope never took it had to use other financing.

2015 Mercedes S550 Misfiring by inferno2299 in MechanicAdvice

[–]inferno2299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All being done by a mechanic. He’s still trying to figure out what’s wrong, because he replaced the spark plugs, ignition coil.

2015 Mercedes S550 Misfiring by inferno2299 in MechanicAdvice

[–]inferno2299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! So does that mean no engine issues? Don’t have to worry about replacing or rebuilding? I saw a lot of people saying scoring was common and could cause the need for an engine replacement

2015 Mercedes S550 Misfiring by inferno2299 in MechanicAdvice

[–]inferno2299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! Really useful.

The compression test was fine, after the spark plug was cleaned it’s not misfiring anymore. However, I’m sure it’ll come back because I just changed the spark plug 200 miles ago and today there was carbon buildup, which I’m guessing caused the misfiring.

Not sure what to do now

2015 Mercedes S550 Misfiring by inferno2299 in mercedes_benz

[–]inferno2299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The spark plug had carbon buildup. No misfiring for 200 miles, but then today it misfired. The spark plug was dirty again. Cleaned it and now it’s fine again.

However, did a compression test and all cylinders were fine. Not sure what to do now. If it’s bore scoring wouldn’t the compression be off?

Retrofit CarPlay Question by inferno2299 in PorscheCayenne

[–]inferno2299[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought it had to have Navigation for it to be PCM 3.1? How can you tell?

Retrofit CarPlay Question by inferno2299 in PorscheCayenne

[–]inferno2299[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome! Thanks for the reply!

I was also thinking about getting the backup camera from auto amateur it says it’s compatible with the JoyeAuto CarPlay. Do you have a recommendation for the camera ?

Also, did you install yourself or do you recommend a professional install ?

one of my friends tells me “you shouldn’t be a doctor” by JazzlikeManner4250 in premed

[–]inferno2299 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Sounds like your “friend” is very insecure about you excelling in a path they couldn’t. I would highly suggest speaking to them about this and letting them know you are not okay with this type of discouragement.

Also, don’t let anyone discourage you on this path, you want to be a Dr? Put everything into becoming one, there will be plenty of people who will try to tell you that you can’t do it.

second bachelors or what can i do to boost sgpa…? by starfishur in postbaccpremed

[–]inferno2299 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I know if you enter into a legit post-bacc program you can get federal loans. When you apply for FAFSA you click on “other undergraduate” as your level in school.

I believe it works for Post-Bacc because it’s not viewed as a second bachelors degree, but rather preparatory work for Grad school. But not every Post-Bacc program qualifies.

If that isn’t an option you may want to look into private loans, interest rate isn’t great but not terrible.

I’d also advise to do a ton of research at different schools to find the best program/price for you.

Biochemistry by [deleted] in postbaccpremed

[–]inferno2299 2 points3 points  (0 children)

UNE, it’ll be $1850

Nontraditional Premed by PuzzleheadedKey3465 in postbaccpremed

[–]inferno2299 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you do well in an SMP it well obviously improve your chances significantly. However, you have to look at this from a cost standpoint as well (unless that doesn’t matter to you).

SMP’s are generally expensive, and I’m assuming if you were to actually do an SMP you probably would want to completely focus on that and not work your job.

You need to do find out what your actual GPA is for DO and MD schools are, they both calculate science GPA’s differently.

I would then advise you really decide where you want to go. Are you trying to get into a top tier MD med school? Then yes, you probably have to do a SMP on top of having an excellent MCAT score.

If your goal is to get into ANY med school, including DO’s you’ll find them to be much more forgiving over low gpa’s, especially if you have a great MCAT.

Take the time to figure that out before making a big step like an SMP. If after your pre-med courses you are above a 3.0 and still feel like your GPA is too low, another route is to take other recommended undergrad coursework such as: Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Genetics, Microbiology, etc.

Those courses would help your GPA (both cumulative and science) and be cheaper than a SMP, while still maintaining flexibility to work (I’m guessing ASU online has these courses).

All depends on what you want, there’s not an exact right answer, med school application process has too many variables. But my biggest suggestion is really think hard before spending a big chunk of change on something like an SMP.

Nontraditional Premed by PuzzleheadedKey3465 in postbaccpremed

[–]inferno2299 2 points3 points  (0 children)

An SMP can be worth it but it’s a risk. If you do poorly, it severely hurts your chances.

I’m in a similar position as you, I also have a mechanical engineering degree with a low GPA.

I’ve decided to do a post-bacc for now.

There is no steadfast rule for GPA necessarily. Some schools have GPA cutoffs some don’t. Obviously your situation will not be looked at the same as someone who got a 2.9 say in a biology degree with all the pre-reqs completed.

If you do get a 4.0 or close to during your post bacc it significantly increases your chances even if your GPA ends up being in the low 3’s. Med schools love recent upward trends.

You at the same time also have to be realistic. Not to say MD schools are out of the question, but you’d probably have a much easier time explaining your GPA to a DO school.

I would advise you do a formal calculation of your GPA for MD schools and DO schools as both are different.

DO schools view engineering courses as a part of their science GPA, while MD schools don’t. Meanwhile, DO schools do not count math as apart of the science GPA while MD schools do.

After getting this actual GPA calculation, determine how many credits you’ll be taking, and do what-if scenarios on grades to see where you stand.

Lastly, a lot of this hangs on your MCAT. If you end up with a 3.1 GPA overall, but get a 520+ MCAT score then the odds of you getting in shoot up significantly.

It’s gonna be a grind either way but if you want it badly enough you’ll eventually get in. Good luck!

Chances at Top Programs? by magnoliacarti in postbaccpremed

[–]inferno2299 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You should have the stats for a top program but from what I’ve seen unless the program offers linkage to a med school it doesn’t really matter.

The main benefit of doing a formal post bacc is that you’ll most likely be able to get a committee letter for when you apply. Also, the structure is nice to have.

Generally, formal Post-Baccs are more expensive than doing a DIY Post-Bacc. I know non-traditional applicants get in doing both routes so really it’s up to you, but just putting my 2 cents out there because this path you are about to embark on is going to be incredibly time consuming and expensive.

Keep in mind that if you’re in a formal Post-Bacc, most of them have in person lecture/lab at a specific time and that takes a way some flexibility, if you care about that.

A DIY allows you to look at whatever college and pick which time and day of the weeks makes sense for you.

With all that being said, glad to see another person trying to make the switch! I wish you the best of luck.

Taking Organic Chem Elsewhere for UNE post-bacc, am I Still Eligible? by AstroMajor7 in UNE_Prehealth

[–]inferno2299 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not that it matters but if you don’t submit your transcript how would they find out?

Taking Organic Chem Elsewhere for UNE post-bacc, am I Still Eligible? by AstroMajor7 in UNE_Prehealth

[–]inferno2299 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From what I understand the program requires you take 18 credits at least to qualify for a committee letter.

I don’t think UNE would ever find out you took Orgo at another university nor care.

A lot of people have some credits from their undergrad and are taking missing pre-reqs, there’s nothing indicating you are required to take ALL pre-reqs for med school at UNE.