Way OT, but I need your help (sorry so long) (archive)

I did something stupid: I told my father in law that I'd square up his 94 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4 with 5 sp manual xmission by replacing the clutch and giving it a thorough valve job. He said that's what it needed.

Today I get the pos and I'm not sure where to start. I've posted on the Explorer board... but I trust you guys.

Here's the scoop: When I first started it up, I put it in first and drove it home... no prob. Then, driving it around town today (Lowe's... figures) I find it harder and harder to get into first gear. Now the clutch grabs fine and doesn't rev the rpms and the pedal travel is Ford-weird, but not what I would call excessive.

Why wont this beast go into first? Second gear is tough, 3+ are ok. To get it into first I really really have to put all the ass I have into it. Feels like I'm gonna break something!! But, pushing hard enough, it pops in and away I go.

Double clutch doesnt help, neither reving or rolling.

Any hints? I know that some of you have said that you own these beasts.

Thanks alot

Tom

Follow Ups:

Another simple idea Gary 23:42 11/11/2001 (0)
Tell me this: Bob 22:42 11/11/2001 (0)
Re: Way OT, but I need your help (sorry so long) Michael Fennell 17:09 11/11/2001 (3)
- It doesnt get better when:..... Lexington KY 528e 20:27 11/11/2001 (0)
- I agree, this is the place to start, but also... Shawn D. 20:00 11/11/2001 (1)
  - Fluids checked... full. Thanx for compliment (nt) Lexington KY 528e 20:29 11/11/2001 (0)
Re: Way OT, but I need your help (sorry so long) Brandon 16:39 11/11/2001 (1)
- OH YES! Lexington KY 528e 20:35 11/11/2001 (0)

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