Chevrolet's lineup spans the Spark hatchback to the Silverado 3500HD, with the small-block V8 in Silverado/Tahoe/Suburban still the workhorse of Texas. Around New Braunfels you'll see Silverados towing trailers up TX-46, Tahoes pulling boats to Canyon Lake, Camaros at the Friday-night cruise on the strip, and the Cruze / Malibu commuters running back and forth to San Antonio. Frank's Automotive services the full Chevrolet lineup with diagnostic depth across both the gas and Duramax diesel platforms.
Common Chevrolet issues we see
The patterns:
- AFM (Active Fuel Management) lifter failure on 5.3L and 6.2L V8s (2007-2016 era especially) — lifter collapse causes misfire, eventual camshaft damage. Many shops disable AFM with a custom tune as part of the repair to prevent recurrence
- AC condenser leaks on Silverado / Tahoe / Suburban — refrigerant drops off, cooling weakens
- 6L80 / 6L90 transmission torque-converter shudder — fluid flush + valve-body service often catches it
- Duramax diesel injector wear — common at high mileage; replacement requires balanced fuel-pressure programming
- Power steering rack leaks on Silverado / Suburban
- Equinox / Terrain 2.4L oil consumption (Theta platform — separate from Hyundai/Kia, same engine family name, different specifics)
- Stabilitrak / Traction Control warning lights — often a wheel speed sensor or steering position sensor
What we offer for Chevrolet owners
- Truck and SUV-focused service for Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Colorado
- AFM lifter replacement (with optional AFM-delete tune)
- Duramax diesel service and diagnostics
- Fleet repair plans for work-truck fleets
- Brake repair, oil changes, transmission service
- Collision and auto body work — including the aluminum tailgate on newer Silverados
Why us vs. the dealership
ASE Certified techs, GM-specific scan tool capability, OEM-equivalent parts, 24-month / 24,000-mile warranty. Independent-shop labor rate.
If you're near the schedule, don't wait — call us with year/make/model. Request an appointment or call (830) 627-3939.