Replacement Gas Shock for a Carefree 032289-001 150lbs Rating
Updated 06/08/2026 | Published 05/28/2026
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Question:
Looking for a gas strut for a carefree awning. Current shock 032289-001 - 150lbs with metal eyelets on both ends.
asked by: Richard B
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out, Richard.
We may have a gas strut that will work for you, but it won’t be an exact replacement for the Carefree part.
One option is the Lippert Replacement Gas Strut # LC260282. It’s rated for 124-144 lbs, has an extended length of 24", a compressed length of 15", and uses eyelet-style ends. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to find the dimensions of the original Carefree strut, so I can’t say for sure whether this one will fit your application.
I also saw that you were looking at the JR Products Gas Shock # 372-2300-150. While it is rated for the same 150 lbs as your current strut, it’s not specifically designed for awning applications. It’s also shorter, with an extended length of 20" and a compressed length of 11.41". In addition, it uses 10mm ball sockets instead of eyelets, so it likely wouldn’t be a direct fit.
If you can get me the extended and compressed lengths of your current strut (eye let to eyelet), I can compare them and let you know if the Lippert strut would be a good replacement.
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Colette M.
6/6/2026
Our strut worked out great for our winebago awning