RE: 2 simple questians
I don't like engines leaking fuel as it sits. I consider the engine worn out if old, and junk if new. Course it's common with old designs, but not new ones. If it is covered on warrenty, and it's leaking from the front bearing, I suggest sending it back for some warrenty work. If they won't fix it then sell or replace the front bearing with one that has a good seal.