Craftsman T1200 leaking oil out of breather tube

Ckn087

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Hey guys I have a craftsman that someone overfilled with oil by about a quart. I got it down where it should be but I'm still seeing a little oil run into carb through the breather hose. Maybe it hasn't all emptied out of the breather yet as I haven't ran it long after I drained some oil. Model number is 4P90HUA. Is there anything else I should look for as to why it's doing this?
 

bertsmobile1

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Go mow.
When you have finished mowing turn the engine off then pull the dip stick.
If the tube smokes then the head gasket is leaking.
Also have a feel of the oil before you start the mower.
If it feels thin or hard then the excessive oil is fuel that has dribbled into the engine through a faulty float bowl valve.
If this is the case do not run the mower till you have changed the oil.
After the first mow change the oil again & the filter.
Check the oil before the next mow, if it has gone up then the float valve is still leaking.
 
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