what's up with my car

ok, i have been having rouble with the tranny in my 1990 corolla (4afe). as of now i have to manually shift the gears (even though it is ans automatic) it has been working fine like that until here lately, there is a HUMONGOUS delay when i put it into gear. also whenever i am on great inclines, i must creep up them, if i push the pedal too much it's like putting it into neutral. i'm guessing that i need a new tranny. anyone have any input that may save me from spending a chunk of change? thanx

look for a japanese engine rebuilding place and try to find a tranny there. it should run from 150-300 for a rebuild.

Open up the gearbox and check all the belts are tight. Can be caused by slipping belts. And tranny fluid.