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I have a 2001 Toyota Tacoma 5 speed 4x4 that 5th gear went out on. I recently went to a repair shop to get it checked out and they said it would have to be completely rebuild or a new one installed. My question is what would be best? I am trying to go as inexpensive as possible but the closest...

My husbands truck recently just started not going into 5th gear. I suggested it was the clutch (he's REALLY rough on it) and he thinks he needs a new transmission. Has anyone ever run into this? Suggestions? I drove the truck yesterday and when you try and put the shifter in 5th it just slips...

My husbands truck recently just started not going into 5th gear. I suggested it was the clutch (he's REALLY rough on it) and he thinks he needs a new transmission. Has anyone ever run into this? Suggestions? I drove the truck yesterday and when you try and put the shifter in 5th it just slips...