I'm at my wit's end here. Took the Mechanical Engineering PE exam last October, missed by 11 points. Retook it in April and missed by 6. I've been using the same NCEES reference handbook approach everyone recommends but clearly something isn't clicking. I have a strong background in thermal/fluids from my job but the machine design and dynamics sections are killing me every time.
What finally worked for you? I've heard mixed things about which ME practice test resources are actually worth the money versus the ones that just recycle easy questions. I tried one popular study guide last round but the problems felt way too straightforward compared to what showed up on the actual exam. My exam is scheduled for October and I really can't afford a third attempt — both financially and mentally.
Specifically looking for exam tips on how to handle the breadth section time pressure. I keep running out of time on the afternoon depth section too. Any help appreciated.