I was working with my 70D and loader the other day, and when I got off the tractor, I noticed oil all over the rear of the governor case, like I had a significant leak. I washed it down and watched while it was running, but no oil showed up. Then I realized that while that oil had dust in it, it was still fairly clear, so I looked in the pony aircleaner and it was low. Seems that while I was digging, the front wheels of the tractor would be substantially lower than the rear as I would drive down and back up the slope. I guess at that angle, the oil in the pony aircleaner would run out the front lip of the cup. Without a gasket there, there really isn't a way to keep that oil in if it slops around.Now here's the question: Could a fella use an oiled foam element in there like they use on a lawn mower engine and still have the protection that you need for the engine ? Or should I try to fit a small pleated paper element, like for a single barrel carb or motorcycle carb, or a Tecumseh 8 hp up in there ? I realize the diesel vents through this aircleaner, too, and a paper element might get oil soaked from the mist. Just looking for suggestions and alternatives. Trying to keep the old girl clean as I can even though I'm working her. Frank-in-Tallahassee
70D // 855
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