“The roof membrane has built-in fire retardant and carries a 12-year warranty. As the engineers explain, “the roof features two layers of R-14 residential home Eco-Batt Glasswool insulation and a Thermo-Foil radiant shield layer… the triple layer of insulation supplements the cohesive retention factors of the roof decking and the “Tuf Ply” 2-ply rubber roof membrane to provide a calculated R-value of 38. The full-length 3/8” wood roof decking is designed to create a full-length “walk-on” roof. The floor structure utilizes 2” x 3” aluminum studs. The Silverback fifth wheel embodies the latest in RV engineering and technology, with aluminum studded sidewalls and roof trusses on 16” centres, or less in some areas, just like a house. The 29IK and the 31RK are new floorplans for 2014 – we picked the 29IK model with the “Rattan” décor package. All three Silverback models feature a cathedral ceiling slideout on the passenger side of the trailer, and another for the bedroom area – a very distinctive design that adds to the curb appeal as well as creating a very spacious interior. The slightly larger 31 RK model features a rear kitchen – this model is 35’4” overall length – that’s 15 inches longer, and a bit more spacious in the rear lounge area. Both of the 29 models measure 33’11” overall length.
The 29 RE also has three slides, but the kitchen is placed against the bulkhead separating the front of the unit from the rear. The 29IK (which we tested) features three large slides and an island kitchen. There are three Silverback models that RV enthusiasts should look at to decide the ideal floorplan for your tastes. “The Silverback units from Cedar Creek represent an excellent value in the mid-range fifth wheel market.”… Well mannered on the road, easy to tow and easy to manoeuvre in the campground, this fifth wheel is ideally sized for a couple or a family of four. The 16” tires on aluminum rims are ideally suited for this size and type of trailer, and there is a full-size spare in a front storage compartment. We were impressed that the manufacturer specified high-quality rolling components – like the Dexter E-Z Flex Rubber Equalization System with greased lubrication Zerks and bronze bushings, E-Z Lube hubs, and Dexter Nev-R-Adjust brakes. The Island Kitchen floorplan provides lots of counter space – add a few bar stools and you have a rec room on wheels!īalance and road handling are critical considerations when serious RV travellers select the ideal fifth wheel for their family, and the Cedar Creek Silverback 29IK certainly excels in all categories. The cathedral ceiling slide-outs are unique – headroom is excellent. The facing slide-outs in the rear section of the trailer create a very spacious livingroom. With a rear entertainment centre that can be outfitted with an optional fireplace, the Silverback is fully equipped for all your RV adventures.
Our road test combined the new fifth wheel with a Toyota Tundra – one of the rare opportunities we have had to tow with a pickup similar to the one used to tow the Space Shuttle – you might say that since the Space Shuttle was busy, we used the truck to tow the RV of your dreams… RV Lifestyle Magazine had the opportunity to road test one of the first 2014 Cedar Creek Silverback fifth wheel trailers at McPhails of Harriston, Ontario. Google Toyota Endeavor to see the Tundra towing the space shuttle! The combination was smooth and steady on the road, with plenty of pep and good fuel efficiency. We towed the Silverback fifth wheel with a Toyota Tundra powered by the i-Force 5.7L V8.