I did mine a good few years ago to.The writtens were no problem at all.But the practical was a differant matter,13 hours all together.Helicopters,piston engines,gasturbines,wood props,de-icer boots pretty well covered the lot.The examiner was no push over and made it as hard as possable.
Met a few good A & P guys and a few bad B1 and B2 over the years.Worked with some ex section L guys who I wouldnt let fix my wheel barrow let alone a plane.Alot of its got to do with the individuals natural ability and not the exams they take.