2002 Ford F-150 2002 Clutch Tran problem. Local shops cant

Tiny
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Transmission problem
2002 Ford F150 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Manual 100k miles

Helllo

I drive a 2002 Ford F150 4X4 Truck. I have reached a point that I have to be somewhat forceful to get the truck in gear. Does not grind or make noise. The truck will not go into gear while truck is stopped, in neutral with the clutch depressed, I have to turn the truck off put it in 1st and then restart to move again. To get around this as I approach a light and slow down I press in the clutch and it will slip into first as I slow down. And have to keep the clutch pressed and in 1st for the duration of the light. My first work around was to not to depress the clutch and just press up against 2nd firmly (not Engaged) and hold it there for at least 30 seconds. Then that allowed me then to hit the clutch and put it in 1st like normal. I also have a hard time getting it to drop into 2nd while in a turn.
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 AT 3:12 PM

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Tiny
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While reading your post, my first thought is the pressure plate is bad or weak. Do you ever get any chattering from the clutch when you pull out from a stop? Also, is the clutch fluid full?
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Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 AT 10:05 PM
Tiny
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Hey Guys

No sorry I never have heard any chatter and the clutch fluid is full.

Thank you
James
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 12:42 AM
Tiny
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James,
Based on that, I would lean toward the a bad or weak pressure plate that isn't full disengaging the engine and trans.
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 1:02 PM
Tiny
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Thank you!
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 2:53 PM
Tiny
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First, I'm sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I lost my father this week, so I have been tired, depressed. I hope you understand.

As far as the clutch, I'm happy to help. Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Friday, September 24th, 2010 AT 10:47 PM

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