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This device is a small but simple
device which was designed, built and patented by Fred Snyman of
Benoni in South Africa.
The Turbo-Cone device is a registered name and does carry an international patent. Any persons wanting
to trade using the name can only do so with the written permission from Fred Snyman or the owners of the "Turbo-Cone" name.
See the Version History for changes made and updates as the device has been
changed and adapted to what it is today. Also the Technical details for a quick reference to the functions of the device.
Any modifications that the device has gone through is purely development adaptions for various vehicles.
The Turbo-Cone is very simple to install and no maintenance is required once fitted.
See Installation instructions for more details on fitting the device to any vehicle.
The Description gives a brief summary of the purpose of Turbo-Cone
and the reviews are from a few of our satisfied customers
This is a stationary unit, which fits into the air intake of vehicles fitted with internal
combustion engines. The unit is of single piece construction with a centre hole and fins arranged at an angle between the inner and
outer rings. The unit therefore offers a small manipulation of air going into the combustion chamber, allowing for "better
breathing" of the motor.
This unit is sold and distributed under the terms of the following agreements.
April 1994
- Original concept is thought of.
- The provisional patent is applied for and the first "Turbo-Cone" is born
- The first design and idea is put to the test in various vehicles
June 1994
- Marketing and distribution is announced in South Africa
- After few modifications the device is named and sold as "Turbo-Flo" for
marketing purposes.
- International patent and copyright is launched "searching" for any
device that may yield the same results
- Research and development continues as materials are mixed and matched.
February 1995
- International patent and copyright is gained and "Turbo-Flo" is a success.
- Still more research and development occurs as a suitable compound for effetive
heat transfer needs to be found.
May 1995
- A few structural changes occur to accomodate effective air flow.
- Finally a suitable resin is found and used in the manufacture of the product.
October 1995
- A market research project is
annitiated for a wider range of vehicles to be covered
- The final draught of "Turbo-Flo" is cast and made available.
December 1997
- Original name "Turbo-Cone" is adopted and final changes are
made based on market research. The Turbo-Cone is launched
for an extensive amount of vehicles under all weather
conditions.
- The device is fitted in the air intake of any car, naturally every car is different
so every installation may vary
- The location is in the pipe leading from the air filter box and the intake manifold
in fuel injection vehicles and usually near the "throat" of the carburettor,
thus causing the turbulance which is desired
- Fitting instructions accompany all devices, giving you a step by step guide to installation
- All Turbo-Cones come with a 30 day money back guarentee, from date of purchase.
- Once fitted, the Turbo-Cone will not require any adjustment or
modification for the rest of the life of the vehicle.
- The fitting of the Turbo-Cone needs no expert mechanical hand.
- The unit retails at US $40-00 ea or R 170-00 ea, excluding p&p.
- Send an e-mail to Fred Snyman with your name, address and contact number.
- Be sure to include your vehicle details in the e-mail.
- Once you have received the unit in the mail, install it as the instructions guide you.
- Monitor your Feul Consumption every tank.
TURBO-CONE is a registered and patented name. If any additional information is
required, please to e-mail Fred Snyman or phone direct +27 (0) 83 757 6595.
John Snyman +27 (0) 83 591 4443
Alternatively you can send an Earth Mail to:
"Turbo-Cone Marketing"
P.O.Box 13016
Northmead
Benoni
1511
South Africa
Additional thanks to:
Adrian Snyman for his help in the initial development and
Colin Snyman for the website design and publishing
13 Dec 1998, Colin Snyman <colaaan@hotmail.com>