Hmmm, I usually have have wet snow clog my 7HP gas Ariens 2 stage (also hate the noise, and fumes, but LOVE the manueverability !) AND my Electrak, and my plow blade ... and my Shovel (also very manueverable!) ! <grin> IF POR or anything similar would really help, I might try it ... I believe it might ... Happy Holidays to all ! May ALL your snow be light, dry & fluffy ! John