So I'm getting a 24-27 inch female ball python from LLL Reptiles and for its enclosure I followed this guide. http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...e-Basics-*DUW*

However, I'm having some issues. My humidity is currently at a mint 57% but on the cold side of the tank the temperature is at 75° and not changing. Not sure how to fix that problem (I have an extra heat pad but I don't know where I'd put it). Also, on the hot side a thermormeter says its 75° all the same but when I shoot a temperature gun at the ground on the hot side it says like 104° but if I hold it in the same spot it falls down to like 97° which is weird. How do I make my temperatures what they need to be? Also a few more questions: my tub is 22x13x10 inches is this big enough? Also the hides are of good size but the entrance to them is only 2 inches across. Will the snake be able to fit? Thanks.