Bad clutch? 1994 Ranger XLT, 2wd, 2.3 liter

I don't know much at all about working on vehicles but I know a bit. Truck is revving up on rpms as I let out the clutch and go into gear. Once I get going, when I go into 2nd, 3rd, or 4th, seems the engine is going up on rpms but I'm not going any faster. It's like the clutch is spinning and not engaging 100%.

Anyway, I'm pretty certain that I'm in need of a new clutch. About 2 years ago, I had the master, AND slave cylinder along with the clutch replaced. I'm wondering, if in fact I'm correct that I need a new clutch (and I think I am) can I get away with having JUST the clutch replaced or do I have to have the slave cylinder replaced as well? I'm not loosing any hydrolic fluid at the moment. Thanks.

Karl Withakay

Welcome to AF!

If it is shifting all right the slave cylinder doesn't need to be replaced. Your pressure plate may be weak or the clutch disc itself may be contaminated with oil causing the slippage so check the rear oil seal on the crank. If it's leaking it will cause problems with a new clutch, also. If your clutch only lasted 2 years I"d get a heavy duty or performance clutch to replace it with.