Rack with lids?

Would I be a blasphemous loser if I utilized the lids on my snake rack enclosures? My metal shelf that the rack is based on doesn't adjust to the exact tolerances required to run lidless. I don't see why I couldn't just raise my shelves farther apart and use lids (leaving space enough between shelves to work in the bins without having to remove them). Thoughts?

What I'm actually asking is: am I the only one who does this?

Who else uses racks with lids on the containers.

I've seen some people in vids do this as well. I stack tubs so I have to use lids, but I like the secure feeling of having locking lids.

I guess it's just personal preference.

I figure some might argue it's just a shelf if I still have to use lids. That may be, but it's a heated shelf- and I'm fairly happy with it. Especially since I can house quite a few animals. Thanks for your input :)

I can always build a big nice rack later (if I do, I'm building it from scratch, and to last a loooong time).

I use the lids in my rack. For one it make the wife feel better. But it give me th eoption to fit more tubs as well. The blue lid will fit one short ways or a can chave two that over lap some but with the lids it's fine.
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Oh and its exsandable too.
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Originally Posted by FalconPunch

I figure some might argue it's just a shelf if I still have to use lids. That may be, but it's a heated shelf- and I'm fairly happy with it. Especially since I can house quite a few animals. Thanks for your input :)

I can always build a big nice rack later (if I do, I'm building it from scratch, and to last a loooong time).

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Oh of course, nothing better than having more room for more snakes :D.

Definitely post pics in the DIY forum of the whole process. I'd love to make a rack, but maybe one day :P.

It would make cleaning way faster cleaning that underside (snake side) of each shelf is a monster pain in the butt. (and back, knees, elbows)

I build my racks to fit tubs with the lid on.:gj:

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Originally Posted by minguss

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I was always a fan of the "all thread" racks too:gj::gj:

I use lids too :D

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I was about to create a post similar to this and here it is bumped right at the top of the forums for me...

I'm in the middle of building a rack for 41 Qt Sterilite bins. The lids on these things lock on the ends, but in the middle I am able to raise the lid to a snake-sized gap with maybe 10 lbs of pressure. Does anyone have specific experience with that bin or have any suggestions about homemade locks for the mid-section of each bin? I'm not even super concerned about the snake escaping, so much as pushing the lid with its nose far enough to get it pinched between the lid and the lip of the bin.

I don't see why you couldn't drill through the lid and bin in the center of the side edges, and put a small padlock or something similar through the holes.

compression strap? I keep binder clips on the tubs I have with small snakes but I don't think that would work with adults they are too strong.

All of my racks have been built to accommodate tubs with the lids. When I first started keeping animals I loved the ease of just pulling out a tub and cleaning quickly. That was until I had an escape from what seemed like an inescapable rack. The wife wanted lids after that and I agreed. To this day there has not been one escape on my watch with lids on!

As for securing the middle section of a 41qt tub I use the metal clips from the glass aquarium tanks. They work really well and fit perfectly. It does take some adjustment on the rack though because they stick up about 1/4-1/2 inch off the top.

I plan to use tubs with lids, when I get around to building my rack. I like the idea of added security, and safety for the snake. Also I won't have to use the straps to secure tubs anymore, when the rack shelves keep the lids pressed down.

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Originally Posted by Pickenprod

I plan to use tubs with lids, when I get around to building my rack. I like the idea of added security, and safety for the snake. Also I won't have to use the straps to secure tubs anymore, when the rack shelves keep the lids pressed down.

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That is a reason I like my set up , no worries about escapees.

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Originally Posted by PitOnTheProwl

I was always a fan of the "all thread" racks too:gj::gj:

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It is nice . It can be a little time consuming, but I can change an fit a verity of tubs. Not the cheapest thing to build. But I actually got it cheap then added more shelves.

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Originally Posted by minguss

Not the cheapest thing to build. But I actually got it cheap then added more shelves.

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Yeah, last time I priced the all thread it was about $15 per stick:O that doesnt include nuts, washers, and wood.

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