I have a 1987 Manual Transmission Accord DX with 220,000 miles on the
original clutch (bought the car new). Although the book value of the car's
not too much, I'm trying to see if it's reasonable to put a clutch in and
have it last about another 3 years, until I can afford to replace the car.
The engine's fine, and has started for me almost without fail over the last
17 years - a *very* reliable car.

So, is there a easy, reliable way to test the transmission/gears to see if
replacing the clutch would be a waste due to a so-to-be-failing
transmission/gears?

Sometimes it's hard to shift, but I've noticed that *sometimes* if I pump
the clutch, it will go into gear (if it's one of those times it's being
stubborn about not wanting to go into gear). Sometimes it will partially go
into gear and then if I keep the pressure on the stick shift, it will slide
in the rest of the way. I don't mind spending about $1000 on the car if I'll
give me another 3 years or so of reliable operation. $333/year isn't much
over a 3 year period - and sure beats a new car payment at this point in my
life. Other than the clutch, the front suspension could also stand some work
(ride's a little 'bouncy' - replace *original* front struts?).
Thanks for you hints and tips!
Ken