shifting issues

[cabrio85]

hey, merry x-mas. i've got a 04 1500 4.7l, 5spd. lately when shifting it seems tough to get it into gear, usually after i drive a few miles. i don't think it's the clutch, as i can start out in 2nd gear, go up hills, no slipping at all. wondering about the hydraulic side of it.

thanks to anyone who can assist.

i need to tow a small car about 350 miles, don't want to attempt it the way the truck is acting now.

 

[moparman]

Have you checked the fluid in it? Lack of fluid can cause shifting problems. You could also have a small leak between the master and slave somewhere causing the problem. My 6 speed acts up once in a while the same way, i usually go second then first and it goes right in

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[Redtruck-VA]

Sounds like the clutch needs to be adjusted. If it drags some it affects the shift.