Strange noise from my del sol?

[BE]

Lately I've noticed a whining noise in at least gear one through three at around 2k to 3k rpm. It reminds me of the noise when in reverse. Any ideas as to what it might be? Thanks BE

P.S.
It's a '96 Del Sol S with 46,000 miles

 

[Mista Bone]

Loudest in first gear, then gets quieter in 2nd and 3rd?

If the noise is from the tranny, the input shaft bearing is going out.

Check the tranny oil level first.

 

[BE]

Loudest in first gear, then gets quieter in 2nd and 3rd?

If the noise is from the tranny, the input shaft bearing is going out.

Check the tranny oil level first.

I checked the oil and it was fine. Do i need to deal with this quickly? I don't mean to sound dense but it will affect how i pay for it. From my research it seems to require a complete teardown. If this is right shoulg i take care of anyhting else while it's open? I've got only 46000 on it but i'd like to do wahtever is smart.
Beau

 

[BE]

Loudest in first gear, then gets quieter in 2nd and 3rd?

If the noise is from the tranny, the input shaft bearing is going out.

Check the tranny oil level first.

I checked the oil and it was fine. Do i need to deal with this quickly? I don't mean to sound dense but it will affect how i pay for it. From my research it seems to require a complete teardown. If this is right shoulg i take care of anyhting else while it's open? I've got only 46000 on it but i'd like to do wahtever is smart.
Beau