Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

 I know this has been covered some time ago. please advise me on this.  I was mowing with a used 4 hp tecumseh mower the other day for the first time. one of the banks was a bit steep. I noticed the oil was coming out and covering the whole deck!  I stopped right away. oil level read about 1/3 low after that.  was level.  what caused this and any preventive ways to stop this?  thanks in advance.      Gene

I will get the numbers as soon as I can ( its at the Church) .  it is a sears 4 hp  3n1 mower.  tecumseh motor I think. about a 1990-95 year.  thanks   Gene