28' JD Leaking oil tube above engine

[moto1969]

My 1928 JD is leaking oil from this area and onto exhaust. Two wrenches barely fit to tighten the nuts. Is there a rubber seal or other seal that has failed that needs to be replace? I don't want to strip the threads.

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[Steve Slocombe]

I would check the oil level in the crankcases first. Any more than say 8 ounces and oil will come out at the weakest point.

[knucklehead 61]

that is a typical leak on a jd. there are no seals on the adapter fitting nor the tube nut, however you can always put some thread sealant on the threads to attempt to lessen the leaking.

[moto1969]

Thanks for responding, I overfilled the crankcase with oil and have since drained the oil. I have added the proper amount of oil.