Sounds like the counter shaft bearings are bad. Also the bearing thrust plate that keeps them preloaded may have pounded out.

The synchros will need to be checked and probably replaced. Though they may be shifting poorly from the bad bearings that could cause a lot of extra friction.

Kevin C

87 Turbo Intercooled Raider, roller cam, torsen rear diff, LSD front diff, lockup auto with modified converter, V6 brakes, low transfer case gears...