Help me build the perfect tank for a b-day gift...

[Vypyrz]

Hello, and to BP.net...

It looks like you have a pretty good plan and plenty of equipment. In order to make suggestions on building an enclosure that the snake will be comfortable in and not stressed we need a little more info on the snake. Adult Ball Pythons have alot of variation in their size. They can be anywhere from 3-5ft long and weigh anywhere from 1100 grams to 4000+ grams. It would help alot if you could find out at least how long the snake is, how long your cousin has had it, and if it was a juvenile or already an adult when he got it. Also, what are the dimensions and type of enclosure is it currently housed in?

What size heat panel should i get? Also, would that be too much heat for that side of the cage? They are both going to be regulated by thermostats. but like i said, i'm new the the snake scene so i dont exactly know how much heat a RHP puts out or how far it traves/radiates.

To help with the RHP questions, here are the links to a couple of websites that sell them and these are their Info/FAQ pages:

http://www.reptilebasics.com/radiant...panel-faq.html

http://www.pro-products.com/index.ph...d=55&Itemid=59

Also, here is the link to the DIY and Caging sections of this forum, where you may be able to find some ideas:

http://ball-pythons.net/forums/forum...y-and-Supplies

Hope this helps some, for now...