Most cost effective setup?

[stupidcracker00]

Ok so I have done more research on BP breeding and the different types of setups than I would have ever imagined was possible. That being said, please don't tell me to go do research. I have done plenty. I've contemplated the AP economy racks, I've thought about DIY racks, and even tubs without racks. I just want to know what would be the cheapest route to go with racks for hatchlings, sub-adults, and adults. I also need the cheapest way to make/buy an incubator (yet I plan on using it for 6-8 clutches so it can't be one of those styrophome (sp) coolers).

So this is what I'm looking for:

1 Adult rack that can hold 5-7 adults
1 Hatchling rack that can hold 20-30 hatchlings
1 juvenile rack that can hold 5-8 for my hold backs
1 incubator that can hold 6-8 clutches.

Maybe the cheapest way to do this is to buy someone's entire collection who's getting out of the hobby. I don't know..

Thanks in advance,
SC

[don15681]

one thing to remember, sometimes the cheapest way to do something, ends up costing you more in the end. when breeding ball pythons, this is very true. I know this might not be the answer you are looking for. but take it from experience, you need to sit down get a game plan and follow it. yes their are things you can do to save money. one example is make your incubator, but don't go cheap on it. you can build a very good incubator for a little more than a cheaply made one that could malfunction and costing you thousands in eggs that was damage in that cheap incubator. and that is one example on costing you more in the end. my best advice is, if you done enough research, you will know how to go about this. not ask 4 questions and only go off of what replies you get. you're setting yourself up for failure. read on forums, go to shows and ask questions to breeders. you sometimes get more info than what you ask. we like talking snakes. best of all don't rush and don't go about it cheaply. good luck don

[oskyle1567]

I think it really comes down to what you can afford to spend. For me just starting out i would rather cut costs on the racks and incubators until i can effort to buy nice pre made equipment and spend that extra money i save on the animals. Why spend twice as much on something you can make that's just as good. It just takes more effort if you have the time and equipment i say build your own racks there are so many diy forums on how to do it.

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[stupidcracker00]

one thing to remember, sometimes the cheapest way to do something, ends up costing you more in the end. when breeding ball pythons, this is very true. I know this might not be the answer you are looking for. but take it from experience, you need to sit down get a game plan and follow it. yes their are things you can do to save money. one example is make your incubator, but don't go cheap on it. you can build a very good incubator for a little more than a cheaply made one that could malfunction and costing you thousands in eggs that was damage in that cheap incubator. and that is one example on costing you more in the end. my best advice is, if you done enough research, you will know how to go about this. not ask 4 questions and only go off of what replies you get. you're setting yourself up for failure. read on forums, go to shows and ask questions to breeders. you sometimes get more info than what you ask. we like talking snakes. best of all don't rush and don't go about it cheaply. good luck don

Yes I definitely did not mean "cheap" as in "not as good". I meant it as the most cost efficient way to build/buy a good quality product. After posting this thread I found 4 or 5 excellent DIY threads that have wealths of knowledge from hundreds of different people. It's quite astounding actually. Like I said before, I had done countless hours of research but as soon as I typed in "xpvc" into google, a whole new world of threads opened up. For the past 3 days I've been consumed in those threads figuring out which way I want to build. I.e. hatchling rack, sub-adult female/adult male 15/32qt rack, and also a 9 level 41 qt rack for my large females. This entire setup would cost me well over $1200 but from finding these DIY threads it'll be around 650-700 which isn't bad at all. I'm very happy with those cost reductions for not sacrificing any of the quality.

Let me know what other thoughts you have. I'm very open minded and up for any suggestions.

Thanks,
SC

[Crazygecko]

I use AP economy racks and I love them. Was easy to build and I didnt have to worry about not getting the right size heat cable.

[stupidcracker00]

I use AP economy racks and I love them. Was easy to build and I didnt have to worry about not getting the right size heat cable.

I was highly considering that option until I found the DIY thread that's actually stickied under husbandry. It's quite cost efficient and you don't lose any quality. Plus you don't have to pay for shipping.