Thanks for the input. And you're correct, I won't be (nor have I or do I ever plan on) using sand as a substrate. Currently I use newspaper, though I have used Aspen in the past with no problems. I simply use newspaper now cause for one it's delivered to my door free every Sunday. It's also easier/quicker to clean which is a real plus they way the racers process meals.



As far as the size of the tubs go I'm open to using bigger tubs, but I also really like them to be slightly taller than the 6 inches or so that most bigger tubs are. The tubs that I am leaning towards using (CB70) measure 17 3/4" W 33 1/2" L 9 1/2" H. I was looking at another tub (CB110) that measures 19 7/8" W 39" L 6 1/4" H. And I still may end up going with that one as I could then built a rack with a few more tubs and it'd still take up about the same amount of space in the room. As far as the Iris tubs go, I've heard several people say Reptile Tubs carries them, but I have not been able to find them on their site. Am I just missing them??



The heating issue came to my mind as well and I feel I've addressed it adequately by planning on rigging the heat tape in two levels with separate thermostats/dimmers (haven't decided which yet). This way I can keep everyone happy.



By the way, I rather like Olive Garden



Thanks,

Dan
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1.0 Snow Corn Snake (Suzie - it's a funny story)

1.1 Black Racer (Diablo and Noir)

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