Towing questions deserve straight answers. In this FAQ, Service Manager and Silverado owner Johnathan Eubanks shares practical guidance earned from daily conversations in the service lane and from pulling heavy trailers himself. You’ll learn what affects towing capacity, which engines pair best with different kinds of loads, and why the 3.0L Duramax has become a…
Many Silverado owners proudly say they “keep up with oil changes,” but Service Manager Johnathan Eubanks warns that’s only a slice of proper maintenance. The most expensive failures he sees come from neglected fluids—especially transmission, transfer case, and differentials—plus skipped brake and coolant services. He recommends starting transmission service around 30,000 miles for trucks that…
When Johnathan Eubanks first looked at the 3.0L Duramax, he passed. After years in gas V8 Silverados, he didn’t expect a diesel in a half-ton to deliver both real towing muscle and better fuel economy. Then he put it to work. From hauling lumber for weekend projects to pulling a 10,000-lb dump trailer, his Silverado…
Families often face a decision: upgrade to another SUV or switch to a truck. Service Manager and Silverado owner Johnathan Eubanks makes the case for the truck—specifically, a crew cab Silverado. He says it’s not just a work vehicle; it’s a family hauler with generous rear-seat room and kid-approved comfort. For parents who care about…
Keeping a Chevy Silverado dependable past 200,000 miles doesn’t happen by chance — it comes from preventative maintenance and smart choices. Johnathan, Service Manager at McFarland Chevrolet and longtime Silverado owner himself, shares the answers to the most common maintenance questions Silverado drivers ask. From transmission fluid intervals to the risks of aftermarket parts, his…
In Kentucky, vehicles have to work harder than most. From farm fields to winter backroads, the Chevy Silverado has proven it can go the distance. At McFarland Chevy, we hear story after story of trucks passing 300,000 miles — and some even hitting half a million. The secret? Consistent maintenance, genuine parts, and a design…
For many Kentucky drivers, selling a vehicle privately sounds like a good idea until reality sets in — strangers showing up at your house, endless negotiations, and lowball offers. At McFarland Chevy, customers say they prefer the trade-in process because it’s simple, fair, and gets them into a new Silverado faster. Key Points Private sales…
Not every Silverado is the same. In Maysville, some drivers need a comfortable family truck, while others need maximum towing power for farms and job sites. At McFarland Chevy, we help Kentucky drivers choose the right Silverado model — from the versatile 1500 to the heavy-duty 3500 — so they get the truck that truly…
Kentucky drivers expect their trucks to last. For many McFarland Chevy customers, the Silverado is more than transportation — it’s a trusted partner for work, family, and weekends. With consistent service and fluid maintenance, local owners have seen their Silverados run well past 300,000 miles, and some even beyond 500,000. The secret isn’t magic —…