1st and second gear bogging out occasionally

177,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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AGAEBEL
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Hello, I own a 92 Dodge Dakota. Im newer to using a stick but dont think this problem is due to my lack of expeirience.
SOmetimes, usually not to long after i start driving, If i have it in 1st or 2nd gear and am traveling a very low steady speed the truck starts bogging out and jerks as if its losing power (never stalls though) soon after it begins it will stop. I dont have my foot on the clutch when this happens and i know im going well over the required rpms (1000) so i dont think its stalling. It will also make a noise that seems to be coming from the rear end when it happens.

Also on a side matter is it ok if its hard to put the stick in first gear, I almost have to force it every time.

If you could help that would be great. Thanks
Apr 17, 2014 at 10:23 AM
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HMAC300
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check clutch adjustment ifyou have it and check fluid level if hydraulic. you may have a asynchro problem in trans. try cleaning throttle plate with choke cleaner on both sides and iac hole if still doing it check fuel pressurewith a gauge autoparts rent it.
Apr 18, 2014 at 12:03 AM
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