How to Replace BS213-022 in Your Redcat Vehicle

Quick answer

Replacing BS213-022 starts with a clean workspace, the right hex driver, and a container for every screw you remove. Work slowly, keep the original hardware organized, and snug fasteners rather than overtightening them. If you are unsure whether BS213-022 is the correct part for your model, check your exploded view or parts list before you start.

Swapping a small part on an RC vehicle is usually straightforward, but the details decide whether the job takes ten minutes or turns into a stripped-screw afternoon. This guide walks through replacing BS213-022 in a Redcat vehicle with the same order we use on our own bench.

You do not need a full teardown. You do need a clean surface, a matching hex driver, and a plan for the screws you pull. The steps below include the checkpoints that catch most mistakes before they cost you a part.

What BS213-022 is and why it matters

BS213-022 is a Redcat part used in vehicle assembly, and it is sold as a single replacement component rather than a full kit. That means the job is usually about access, not about rebuilding an entire section of the chassis. Before you order, confirm the part number against your model's exploded view or parts list so you are not chasing a fitment issue that was never about the part.

Because the catalog does not list every specification for BS213-022, treat your vehicle's manual as the authority on placement and hardware size. If the manual is unclear, take a photo of the old part in position before removal. That photo becomes your reference for orientation, and it prevents the most common mistake: reinstalling the part backward.

• Check your model's parts list before ordering BS213-022.
• Photograph the original part in place before you remove it.

Tools and prep before you start

Gather a hex driver that matches your vehicle's hardware, a small tray for screws, and a clean rag. A magnetic parts tray is worth the few dollars because it keeps small screws from rolling off the bench. If your vehicle uses button head screws in this area, a 4x14mm button head hex machine thread screw set such as BS810-074 is a sensible spare to have on hand for replacements.

Disconnect the battery before you touch anything. This is not just a safety habit; it also prevents the vehicle from powering on if you bump the throttle while working. If you are replacing BS213-022 on a vehicle that has been run hard, clean the surrounding area first so grit does not fall into the exposed assembly.

• Disconnect the battery before disassembly.
• Keep screws in a tray, grouped by location.

Step-by-step replacement

Remove the fasteners that secure the part in place, working in a cross pattern if there are multiple screws. Support the surrounding assembly with one hand so it does not shift or drop when the last screw comes out. Set the old BS213-022 aside and compare it to the new part before installation; if the shape or mounting points differ, stop and verify the part number.

Install the new BS213-022 in the same orientation as the original, then start all fasteners by hand before tightening any of them. This lets the part settle into position without cross-threading. Tighten in a cross pattern and stop when the fastener is snug. Overtightening is the most common cause of stripped plastic threads in this kind of repair.

• Start fasteners by hand to avoid cross-threading.
• Tighten in a cross pattern and stop at snug.

Check the fit and test before you run

Once BS213-022 is installed, move the associated linkage or suspension through its full range by hand. You are checking for binding, rubbing, or a part that sits at an odd angle. If something feels tight, loosen the fasteners slightly, reseat the part, and tighten again. A part that binds on the bench will only get worse under power.

Reconnect the battery and test at low speed on a stand or with the wheels off the ground. Listen for unusual noise and watch for movement that should not be there. If the vehicle tracks straight and the part stays put, you are done. If not, go back to the fit check before you run it at full speed.

• Cycle the suspension or linkage by hand before powering up.
• Do a low-speed test before a full run.

Replacement steps at a glance

1. Confirm the part number: Check BS213-022 against your model's exploded view or parts list before you remove anything. Checkpoint: if the number does not match, stop and verify before ordering.
2. Disconnect the battery and clear the bench: Power down the vehicle, remove the battery, and set out a tray for screws and a clean rag. Checkpoint: no power source connected while you work.
3. Photograph the original part: Take a clear photo of BS213-022 in position so orientation is not a guess during reassembly. Checkpoint: photo shows mounting points and surrounding hardware.
4. Remove the fasteners: Loosen in a cross pattern and support the surrounding assembly as the last screw comes out. Checkpoint: keep screws grouped so they go back in the same holes.
5. Compare old and new parts: Set the old BS213-022 next to the new one and check the mounting points and shape. Checkpoint: if they differ, stop and re-verify the part number.
6. Install and hand-start fasteners: Seat the new part, start every screw by hand, then tighten in a cross pattern until snug. Checkpoint: never force a screw; back it out and restart if it binds.
7. Cycle the assembly by hand: Move the linkage or suspension through its full travel and look for binding or rubbing. Checkpoint: loosen, reseat, and retighten if anything feels tight.

Parts that help with this job

• BS810-074: 4x14mm Button Head Hex Machine Thread Screws (12pcs) Having fresh button head screws on hand means you can replace any fastener that strips or rounds out during the swap instead of pausing the job.
• RER42141: 11.1V 3 cell Lipo Battery (200mah)(JST)(1pc) A charged pack lets you do the low-speed function test after installation without waiting on a battery that is already drained.
• RER43531: Shock Tools (1set) If the part you are replacing sits near the shocks, having the right tools makes it easier to access the area without forcing surrounding components.

Replacing BS213-022 is a small job that rewards patience more than speed. Confirm the part number, keep your hardware organized, and test at low speed before you run hard. If you need spares for the job, the Redcat parts catalog has the fasteners and support parts that keep a repair moving.