I own a 97 Ford Ranger 4x4 with a manual transmission. Recently I have noticed a problem when placing in gear. When I start the truck up and place it into first gear and start to let off the clutch it will not move. If I continue letting the clutch up the entire way I hear a loud bang sound (as if it slammed into gear) and it will start to move. The problem started a few months ago but it is now happening more often. I've noticed that I can avoid the bang sound if I place the shifter in gear with the clutch pressed in and cost forward or backwards before letting up on the clutch. I wanted to get some input before taking it in to be serviced so thanks in advanced for you help.
Bob.