KenA wrote:
> 1987 Accord DX 223,000 miles.
> Original clutch.
> Sometimes almost impossible to get into first gear from dead stop - will go
> into 1st easily while still coasting to a stop.
> Very hard to get into reverse.
> No noise from transmission when driving - just hard to get into gears.
> Is the transmission gear synchronization going or is it only a worn out
> clutch?
> Thanks for your thoughts.
>

does it grind when trying to go into reverse? if so, clutch is not
disengaging properly, a sign of age. if a cable clutch, check it's
properly adjusted.

if not going into first, may be the same issue, but could also be
general gear wear. again, check the clutch first & report back.