Thanks guys. I had a spare probe thermo from my Cham setup. I left the newpaper in and let the probe lay ontop of it and it registered a steady 91*. The cold side was i think around 75 but im only 90% on this, i know it wasnt warmer. I made two more hides that was a little smaller/tighter and used a bigger water bowl.
After about 30 mintues he seemed alot happier and went cruising through it all day. Thanks for the help
Sadly, cruising is generally a sign of stress. A hiding BP is a happy BP.