How to Install Redcat Part 510163 on Your RC Vehicle

By Redcat Racing | Published: 2026-11-03

Category: Guides pratiques

A step-by-step guide to installing Redcat part 510163, the two-piece ESC cover dust filter set for RC-MT10E and TR-MT10E vehicles, with fitment checks and common mistakes to avoid.

Quick answer

Install Redcat part 510163 by removing the old ESC cover dust filter, cleaning the cover seating area, and fitting the two new filter pieces from the set. Confirm your vehicle is an RC-MT10E or TR-MT10E before starting, because the catalog lists compatibility only with those legacy models.

Why the two-piece set matters for ESC protection

The 510163 set includes two dust filter pieces for the ESC cover. Having a spare on hand means you can replace a clogged or damaged filter without waiting on a separate order, and you can keep the second piece as a backup for your next cleaning cycle.

This is a spare part, not an upgrade. It restores the original dust-filtering function of the ESC cover rather than changing how the vehicle runs. If your ESC cover itself is cracked or missing, the filter alone will not seal the electronics bay.

Check fitment before you remove anything

The product tags list compatibility with the Redcat Racing RC-MT10E and TR-MT10E legacy vehicles. No other models are confirmed in the supplied catalog information, so treat any other chassis as unverified until you compare the old filter and cover directly.

If you are unsure which vehicle you have, check the model marking on the chassis or your manual before ordering or installing. Installing a filter that does not seat correctly can leave the ESC exposed to dust.

Step-by-step installation

Power down and remove the body: Switch off the vehicle and disconnect the battery, then remove the body or cover to reach the ESC area. Common mistake: working with the battery connected and accidentally spinning the motor or fan. Confirm the vehicle is fully powered down before touching the ESC cover.
Remove the old dust filter: Take off the existing filter from the ESC cover carefully, noting how it sits so the new pieces go back the same way. Common mistake: prying with a sharp tool and scratching the cover or tearing the old filter into the electronics bay. If the old filter tears, check for loose fragments before fitting the new one.
Clean the cover seating area: Wipe away dust and debris from the cover where the filter seats, using a dry cloth or soft brush. Common mistake: leaving grit on the sealing surface, which keeps the new filter from sitting flat. A clean seating surface matters as much as the new filter itself.
Fit the new filter pieces from the 510163 set: Install the two supplied filter pieces into the ESC cover, pressing them evenly into place. Common mistake: forcing a piece that does not align; stop and recheck that you are working on an RC-MT10E or TR-MT10E cover. If a piece will not seat, recheck fitment before applying more pressure.
Reassemble and test before your next run: Reinstall the body or cover, reconnect the battery, and check that the filter stays in place with the vehicle powered on. Common mistake: skipping the check and discovering a loose filter after a dusty run. Do a short bench test before heading outside.

Product facts

510163: Part number 510163 is a spare-part dust filter set that includes two pieces for the ESC cover. You get a replacement filter plus a spare, so you can complete the install now and have a backup for later.
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