1997 Dodge Stratus 97 5 Speed Trans Engine Rebuilt Lot New Parts 2nd Gear

1997 DODGE STRATUS
221,347 MILES
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I have a 97 dodge stratus 5-speed trans and the engine is rebuilt with a lot of new parts but my 2nd gear is grinding everytime and my pressure plates are rattling while in neutral and when u hold the clutch in its quiet as kitten but few days ago my clutch got soft and smelled like it was burning and i have no power at all but engine revs good and has power but when taking off it takes a long long time to get up speed. It feels like something grabbing or holding car back majorly. not brakes at all. Can u help? ?

Apr 6, 2013 at 11:38 PM
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sounds like the clutch is slipping. Is the engine reving but the vehicle not picking up speed?
If the clutch is slipping you'llhave to replace it or have a shop do it for you.
Apr 7, 2013 at 12:18 AM
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