Description
The Verus Engineering Dive Plane (Canard) Kit for the Subaru WRX/STI GR/GV is designed to increase front-end downforce and improve aerodynamic balance without requiring the front splitter to be moved farther forward.
Dive planes provide an efficient way to add front-end aerodynamic performance while working within the existing dimensions of the vehicle. Verus Engineering used advanced aerodynamic analysis and internal vehicle scan data to optimize the dive plane design, extracting additional performance from the available build volume while maintaining an OEM-like fit and finish.
The dive planes can be installed using either the supplied 3M VHB double-sided tape or a bolt-and-nut mounting method. Paper installation templates are included to help ensure the correct installation position is achieved for maximum aerodynamic benefit.
This kit is particularly useful for vehicles equipped with larger rear aerodynamic components. By increasing front-end downforce, the dive planes help shift the aerodynamic balance forward, making it easier to balance the additional rear downforce generated by a large rear wing or rear diffuser.
Fitment
Subaru WRX/STI GR
Subaru WRX/STI GV
Application: Front bumper / front-end aerodynamic dive planes (canards)
The Verus Engineering Dive Plane Kit is specifically designed for the GR/GV-generation Subaru WRX/STI and uses vehicle scan data to provide an OE-like fit and finish.
What's Included
- 1 × Right-Hand Dive Plane
- 1 × Left-Hand Dive Plane
- 2 × 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape Pieces, Cut to Dive Plane Shape
- 2 × Installation Templates
- 1 × Hardware Kit with all necessary installation hardware
Key Features
- Increased Front Downforce: Designed to increase front-end downforce and reduce aerodynamic lift.
- Forward Aero Balance: Shifts the aerodynamic balance toward the front of the vehicle.
- Improved Front-End Grip: Additional front downforce can improve front tire grip and high-speed cornering performance.
- Aero Balance Adjustment: Allows fine-tuning toward a more forward-biased aerodynamic balance.
- Wheel Well Air Evacuation: Helps evacuate air from the front wheel well.
- Side Airflow Management: Helps seal the sides of the vehicle and improve airflow management around the front end.
- CFD-Optimized Design: Developed using advanced aerodynamic analysis to maximize performance within the available build volume.
- OpenFOAM Development: Utilizes OpenFOAM CFD software during development and optimization.
- Scan-Based Design: Developed using internal vehicle scan data for an OE-like fit and finish.
- Multiple Installation Methods: Can be installed using 3M VHB tape or a bolt-and-nut mounting method.
- Installation Templates Included: Paper templates help achieve the correct installation location.
- Carbon Fiber Construction: Manufactured from pre-preg, autoclave-cured carbon fiber.
- Stainless Hardware: Stainless steel hardware is used throughout.
Specifications
- Product Type: Dive Plane / Canard Kit
- Vehicle Platform: Subaru WRX/STI GR/GV
- Application: Front Bumper
- Construction: Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber
- Curing Process: Autoclave Cured
- Aerodynamic Development: CFD Optimized
- CFD Software: OpenFOAM
- Mounting: 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape or Bolt-On
- Hardware: Stainless Steel
- Installation: Paper Templates Included
- Fitment Development: Internal Vehicle Scan Data
Aerodynamic Science
When properly designed, dive planes can increase front-end grip and cornering speed by adding front-end downforce and helping reduce lift in other areas of the vehicle.
Verus Engineering utilized OpenFOAM CFD software during the development of these dive planes to optimize their aerodynamic performance. The design process allowed the engineers to extract more performance from the available build volume while maintaining an effective and practical front-end aerodynamic package.
The dive planes also help manage airflow around the front wheel well. By assisting with the evacuation of air from the wheel well and helping seal the sides of the vehicle, they contribute to improved airflow management around the front end.
One of the primary benefits of the dive plane kit is its ability to shift aerodynamic balance forward. This is especially valuable when a vehicle has been equipped with a larger rear wing or rear diffuser, as additional rear downforce can shift the overall aerodynamic balance toward the rear.
Adding front-end downforce through the dive planes helps counter this shift, allowing the vehicle to maintain a more balanced aerodynamic setup at speed.
Ventus 1 & Ventus 2 Packages
The Verus Engineering Dive Plane Kit is part of both the Ventus 1 and Ventus 2 aerodynamic packages for the GR/GV Subaru WRX/STI.
The Ventus 1 package provides a slight increase in downforce compared with the factory configuration while maintaining minimal aerodynamic drag impact. This makes it well suited to street-driven vehicles and enthusiasts looking for improved aerodynamic performance without a significant increase in drag.
The Ventus 2 package substantially increases downforce compared with Ventus 1, with a corresponding increase in aerodynamic drag. It was developed to provide a safe and balanced aerodynamic setup at high speeds while improving handling and vehicle confidence.
Ventus 2 is more heavily geared toward track-focused GR/GV WRX/STI builds, helping the vehicle extract more performance from its tires during circuit driving while still remaining practical enough for daily street use.
Installation
The Verus Engineering Dive Plane Kit offers two installation methods. The supplied 3M VHB double-sided tape, cut specifically to the shape of the dive planes, can be used for installation, while the included hardware provides a bolt-and-nut mounting option.
Two paper installation templates are supplied to help establish the correct mounting position on the vehicle and ensure the dive planes are positioned to provide their intended aerodynamic benefits.
The standard shipping rate applies to orders within the continental United States. If you intend to place an order outside of the continental US, please reach out to support@x-ph.com for assistance.
