this would not normally be a big deal, BUT it lands on the exhaust near the 'Y' pipe section, it is quite noticeable after driving on the highway for a while and then getting off and coming to a stop

 

there is no smoke, there is nearly no oil used in between changes. I have hear that it is unlikely that it is an oil pan, but more likely to be something else... any ideas for me?

 

thanks a million (in advance)

I have both a 98 and 99 Outbacks. Both drip some oil. Like you, more of a nuisance then a problem. I use 10W-40W oil in the winter, 20W-50W in the summer. It is a little thicker, so drips less. There are also additives that can be added to the oil to slow down leaks, which help. The result, is prolly cut my oil drips in half.

 

Sure, you could spend a ton of money fixing the leaks with new gaskets, but with cars this old, it hardly seems like a good way to spend money. Just IMHO.

I do my own work, so it won't be an issue of money as much as an issue of time

Simply answer to a common problem.

 

Pull engine or trans and reseal and/or replace oil seperator or called baffle placed.

 

Only takes some ultra- grey and a lot of labor.

Edited February 7, 201313 yr by davebugs