M59 needs to be split for oil leak, advice requested

f350ktm

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Kubota M59, Bear Cat CH9540H Chipper
Jul 31, 2025
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Grass Valley, CA
I have an M59 with about 1350 hours on it and am experiencing the dreaded oil leak midship.

I am certainly capable of splitting the tractor but am as yet unsure of what needs to be done once I have it torn down.
Any detailed input from others that have done the repair would be greatly appreciated as I do prefer to do the work myself.

Thus far the leak is limited to spots, no puddles as yet so for now I am just adding oil to compensate.

What needs to be done once torn down?
I have always been meticulous in maintenance but also understand this is not unusual for this era of M59TLB purchased by me new in 2012.

Mark
Grass Valley, CA on the west slope.
530 913 9401