Mercedes: Engine Oil Leak 1979 300TD, engine oil leak, drain pipes


Question
1979 300TD 55,000 miles in New York
I have a oil leak that my mechanic said is coming form the oil pan and not to bother fixing it. Is that the case? It is constantly leaking on my garage floor. When I check the oil it never seems to be low.
Thanks

Answer
Best guess:

Replacing Seals on Turbo Oil Drain Pipes
http://engine.articles.mbz.org/diesel/seals/

W126 OM617 1985 300SD turbo drain tube gasket & seals
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=799062

Bad engine mounts
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=868339

Engine / motor mount DIY
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1104023

Heat shield OM617 engine mount
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=873875