Hi, I sure could use some ideas....

Just replaced the engine in a 95 Prelude which wasn't running before I picked it up, so I have no idea whether this problem is new or existed before.

I will say I had to adjust the clutch pedal so that the clutch wasn't right at the bottom of the pedal. All other gears appear to be fine, and it goes into gear OK, but pops right back out. If I try to hold the stick in 3rd gear and release the clutch, it will grind.

Any ideas?

 

trans is gone