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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
Yeah I am thinking that 1/4 inch is too much and 1/8 inch sounds about right. I want to make sure though before going on.
Too many snakes to list. Ball pythons, Gtp's and Boa's. It easier to say it that way.
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
Originally Posted by Clint Bundy
I am wondering what the gap is between the top of the tub and the bottom of the next rack? I am measuring 1/4 inch. I am wondering if it should be a little snugger? If it's ok I will continue with the racks. I have the first level on and am just checking in. Thanks.
Originally Posted by Clint Bundy
Yeah I am thinking that 1/4 inch is too much and 1/8 inch sounds about right. I want to make sure though before going on.
Yes there is about a 1/4 inch gap. Considering they are 41qt tubs and for the larger fms I went with a larger gap for better ventilation without drilling holes. I've had the first one running for about 8 months now without any problems, but you could easily shave 1/8in off your 4 blocks and have an 1/8 inch gap. Just personal preference. If you plan on putting small males in there for breeding might as well be safe than sorry!
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
OK, I just wanted to make sure that the gap wasn't too big. I think I will make one this way and the other with an 1/8 gap. I have a few smaller males that I am going to house in this rack system. It is going together just like you said though. After the base was built ( I insulated mine also) the rest is fast to build. Once again THANK YOU!
Too many snakes to list. Ball pythons, Gtp's and Boa's. It easier to say it that way.
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
Originally Posted by Clint Bundy
OK, I just wanted to make sure that the gap wasn't too big. I think I will make one this way and the other with an 1/8 gap. I have a few smaller males that I am going to house in this rack system. It is going together just like you said though. After the base was built ( I insulated mine also) the rest is fast to build. Once again THANK YOU!
Awesome! I can't wait to see some pics of the new rack posted! I'm very glad I could help. Personally I like the larger gap. It keeps the humidity just right for a perfect shed, but allows for enough airflow that aspen doesn't easily mold. The smalles male I've put in there was about 700 grams and I didn't have a problem a single time throughout the season. Of course that could be because he had no reason to escape because what he wanted was in the tub with him, a large fm
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
Well the racks are both built and I just need to get the heat tape put on. I order it on Friday and hope to be up and running by Monday. Thanks again!
Too many snakes to list. Ball pythons, Gtp's and Boa's. It easier to say it that way.
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
Nice work! Excellent DIY thread!!!!
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
Originally Posted by Clint Bundy
Well the racks are both built and I just need to get the heat tape put on. I order it on Friday and hope to be up and running by Monday. Thanks again!
Not a problem! I hope they work out nicely for you.
Originally Posted by Jason Bowden
Nice work! Excellent DIY thread!!!!
Thank you!
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Re: 41qt rack Plans and Pics step by step
I have a quick question, I created this exact rack but there was one problem.. they did not have the melamine pre cut shelving so I ended up going with kiln dried 36 x 16 paint grade pine panels.. Now some have said that pine shavings are dangerous to snakes unless they are kiln dried.. basicly all I'm asking if the kiln dried shelfs on the rack will be ok?
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This post made me realize that I should really add some insulation to my rack. :banghead: I appreciate the post, nice setup too. How do your snakes like it?
The collection of
Rachelle/shelliebear &
I Max/DeathMetalMax
1.0 Possible yellow belly ball <name="Nurgz"/>
1.0 Dark wild type/Dinker ball <name="CleoMantra"/>
0.1 Low-grade pastel <name="Madison"/>
1.0 butter motley corn <name="Schiztz"/>
0.1 Ultramel motley corn <name="Cheesecake"/>
<p name="Madison" class="Ball_Python">
0.1 Bright Normal Dinker</p>
<p name="Nurgz" class="Ball_Python">
1.0 Ringer</p>
<p name="CleoMantra" class="Ball_Python">
1.0 Dark Normal Wild Caught/ Dinker</p>
<p name="CheeseCake" class="Corn_Snake">
0.1 Ultramel Motley</p>
<p name="Schiztz" class="Corn_Snake">
1.0 Butter Motley Corn</p>
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Thank you so much for this. I've been stressing on building my rack for a while and came across this post. It's so well worded and easy to follow that I'm going for it. I'm just doing a 5 tub rack, so I'm sure I'll be building another one sooner rather than later!
Thanks again!
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