Description
The Verus Engineering V1X Rear Wing Kit for the Porsche 981/718 GT4 is a high-performance carbon fiber rear wing engineered to significantly increase rear-end downforce, improve high-speed grip, and reduce lap times without requiring permanent modifications to the vehicle. This Racer Special version provides the same aerodynamic design and track-focused performance associated with Verus Engineering, while featuring cosmetic blemishes or finish imperfections that fall outside the company's normal finishing standards.
Racer Special products may have unique cosmetic imperfections that vary from one unit to another. These products are offered at a reduced price as an opportunity to upgrade your vehicle while saving money. All Racer Special products are final sale and are not covered by Verus Engineering's warranty. The cosmetic blemishes do not change the product's underlying aerodynamic design or intended track performance.
Fitment
Porsche 981 Cayman GT4: 2015-2016
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4: 2020-2021
This Verus Engineering V1X Rear Wing Kit is designed specifically for Porsche 981 and 718 GT4 models and installs using an OEM-style mounting approach without permanent modifications to the vehicle.
Key Features
- 300mm chord Swan Neck rear wing designed for increased rear-end downforce and high-speed stability
- CFD-optimized airfoil engineered for high aerodynamic efficiency and strong lift-to-drag performance
- 2x2 twill, 3K pre-preg carbon fiber construction
- Carbon inner rib for increased wing strength
- Carbon fiber vented endplates
- Carbon rear wing weighs under 9 lbs
- CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounts and uprights
- FEA-analyzed uprights designed to maximize strength while minimizing weight
- Military-spec NAS hardware used on the wing
- Swan Neck design improves aerodynamic efficiency by reducing interference around the wing element
- OEM-style bolt-on installation
- 15 total adjustment positions from -1 to 14 degrees of angle of attack
- Capable of generating and handling more than 700 lbs of downforce at 120 MPH
- Designed to work with the aerodynamic balance of the Verus Engineering Ventus 2 aero package
- V1X wings are assembled per order and typically ship within 5 business days of receiving the order unless otherwise specified
Performance and Aerodynamic Design
The Verus Engineering 300mm rear wing was developed specifically for Porsche enthusiasts looking to substantially increase rear-end downforce for track use. The wing and supporting aerodynamic package were developed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to optimize aerodynamic performance and vehicle balance.
The airfoil profile was analyzed using the ANSYS Adjoint solver and refined through an iterative aerodynamic development process. This allowed Verus Engineering to improve the wing's efficiency while maintaining the high downforce levels required for aggressive track driving.
The V1X rear wing was positioned and developed to complement the rest of the Verus Engineering Ventus 2 aerodynamic package. The Ventus 2 system is designed to produce a significant increase in downforce compared with the factory vehicle, helping improve overall aerodynamic performance and reduce lap times.
Real-world testing closely correlated with the CFD results. Back-to-back testing on a relatively stock GT4 showed a lap-time reduction of approximately 2.5 seconds at Thunderhill and 3.3 seconds at Laguna Seca with the wing set to only 4 degrees of angle of attack during testing.
The wing is designed to install similarly to the OEM rear wing, allowing the Porsche GT4 to gain substantial aerodynamic performance without permanent vehicle modifications.
Construction
The rear wing uses 2x2 twill, 3K pre-preg carbon fiber construction with a carbon inner rib for additional structural strength. The complete wing weighs under 9 lbs, providing a high-strength, lightweight aerodynamic solution.
The Swan Neck mounting system uses CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounts and uprights. The uprights were FEA analyzed to verify structural strength while keeping unnecessary weight to a minimum. The combination of lightweight carbon fiber construction and rigid aluminum mounting hardware provides the strength required for high-speed track use.
What's Included
- Carbon Rear Wing, 300mm Swan Neck
- Carbon Vented Endplates (2)
- Billet Swan Neck Mounts (2)
- Billet Swan Neck Uprights (2)
- Billet Trunk Beauty Plates (2)
- Gurney Flap
- 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape for Gurney Flap
- Trunk Strut
- Double-Sided Tape for Beauty Plates (2)
- Double-Sided Tape for Upright Bolt Covers (2)
- Complete Hardware Kit with all hardware necessary for installation
Specifications
- Brand: Verus Engineering
- Product: V1X Rear Wing Kit
- Wing Type: 300mm Swan Neck
- Material: 2x2 Twill, 3K Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber
- Wing Weight: Under 9 lbs
- Upright Material: 6061-T6 CNC-Machined Aluminum
- Airfoil: CFD-Optimized
- Adjustment Range: -1 to 14 Degrees
- Adjustment Positions: 15
- Downforce Capability: Over 700 lbs at 120 MPH
- Installation: OEM-Style Bolt-On
- Permanent Vehicle Modification: Not Required
- Product Type: Racer Special / Blemish
Racer Special Notice
This is a Verus Engineering Racer Special product. Racer Special components may have cosmetic blemishes, imperfections, or finishing tolerances that differ from Verus Engineering's standard production appearance. Because each Racer Special item is unique, the exact cosmetic imperfections vary between units.
Racer Special products are final sale and are not covered by Verus Engineering's warranty. The Racer Special designation relates to cosmetic finish and does not change the product's underlying engineering, aerodynamic design, or intended performance.
