small pool of oil on the top of oil fiter housing

[bucky boy]

Just had a look at my engine bay looking for some loose pipes and observed a small pool of oil on top of the filter housing this is the second time i have noticed this. I have checked all bolts in the area of the housing and had a good look but no sign of where it's coming from any ideas????

 

[Bogwoppit]

It could be coming from the oil temp/pressure sender if you have a oil temp/ pressure gauge. Did you make sure the sender was really tight, threadlock etc?

 

[bucky boy]

that was what i thought at first mate all tight but may strip it and thread lock it see if that cures the problem.

 

[Bogwoppit]

Stick some PTFE tape on the threads or I used Loctite 577 thread sealant.
Don't overtighten, I heard some horror stories about people snapping them.