Rack questions-Animal Plastic reviews or product suggestions

[LOSTCOAST_BALLZ]

As the title states, Im very interested in the animal plastic systems do any of the members have experience with these products have thermostat suggestions or DIY plans. LOL I know its alot but I am very interested in such systems used and new Im looking to buy new or used racks with in the next week or so. would love some advice and or any general posts thanks Brandon

[bones93]

I use AP racks exclusively and I love them. I currently have 4 AP racks and will be ordering another one shortly. They are well worth the money and your snakes will do great in them. I have never used a home made rack but I know alot of people do and they work great. For me it was more for the uniform look of the rack and you know what your getting. If you need the rack in the next few days I would maybe say look into Reptile Basics racks as they are very good too. AP generally takes about 6-8 weeks to have the rack available and Reptile Basics is more like 7-10 days. Either way you cant go wrong. Hope this helps you out. Wich ever way you decide you will be happy and your snakes will do very well in a rack.
As for a thermostat I would recommend a spyder-tronics Herp stat. I use these for all my cages and racks and love them. All depends on what you are looking to spend on it all.

[LOSTCOAST_BALLZ]

so one thermostat could control one whole rack is this correct? what other products would i need clips wires etc or are they all included in the 150 dollar price tag thanks.

[PghBall]

I have two AP racks on a Herpstat ND. I've been very pleased with my AP racks and would recommend them. I also built my own rack from a 5 shelf resin shelving unit I got from the Home Depot. I ordered the 3" Flexwatt in 3' lengths to run the length of the shelves from Reptile Basics (if you order the connectors they will put it all together). I covered the back part of the shelf with Aluminum tape, put the Flexwatt over it and then taped it down with more aluminum tape. I can fit two 32 qt sterilite containers with locking lids on each shelf. My temps and humidity have been fine with that rack as well.

Forgot to add that AP will wire your Flexwatt as well and it is included with the rack.

[Adam Chandler]

I only use reptile basics racks. You can't beat them in my opinion.

1. Very fast turnaround on you order.
2. Investment Quality racks at affordable prices
3. Rich's customer support is 2nd to none.

I currently have 7 racks and use Herptstat ND's and Helix's with them

[FIEND_FO_LYFE]

Ive got a few racks, and cages.
i wouldn't go any other way, besides AP.
For my racks, i use a Ranco Thermostat, for my 4 foot cages i have a helix.
The downfall is, you do have to assemble them (and seal them if your getting cages) but honestly its worth it. These racks and cages will outlive most your animals.

[LOSTCOAST_BALLZ]

thanks for all the great responses, Im curious if you think I could buy a racking system and thermostat at a reptile show like the one in oakland, or oregon? just a thought.

Also BONES93 are you serious about the 6-8 week delay. Im sending them an email for a sub adult juvie rack, with questions regarding shipping time. THanks

[bones93]

From my experiance that is the turn around time for the racks. RBI is faster and have nice racks as well. I have never used RBI but a buddy who has one of theirs and AP racks said that the RBI is a bit more flimsy than AP. Not sure if that would be a deterrant though not to order them.

[LOSTCOAST_BALLZ]

considering they are more expensive. but anyways found a guy at pvccages.com i think is his site. he has some good deals but whats up with back heat and belly heat Its my understanding the belly heat is more desired for BP's this true it will cost extra to have it installed over back heat but I think thats the direction I will be headed.

[Rock star Reptile]

That is all I use and I would not use anything else. Great people to work with fast and friendly. Quality product that lasts.