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Hi, I'm new BP's and i am building a rack for them. My average BP is around 1500 grams, What size sterilite tub should i use? Also is 4" heat tape not wide enough? It seems to work fine for my KSBs. But my BP's are alot wider! Any info would be great!!

Thanks,
Jeremiah

41 qt/cb70 size tubs are good for most adults female balls. males can stay in 32 qt tubs. 4 inch heat tape is good. good luck with your racks.

debbie

Thanks For the info! In my KSB rack i have the heat tape along the back going longways should i move it to one end instead? Because the bp is so fat.

Thanks again,
Jeremiah

you will get a better thermal gradient with the heat on one end as opposed to running along the side. cool in the front and warm in the back seem to work the best.

debbie

"Baileys and Baileys Reptiles" Has some really cool rack designs on their site with step by step photos... mark sisco