Vypyrz Tub Set-Up, The Basics...*DUW*

[Brion99]

The number of holes really depends on where you are located. I would say maybe start with about 5-6 evenly spaced holes on the front and back. Set the tub up with heat, water bowls, etc, and watch it for a day or so. If the humidity is too high, then you can add a few more holes, until the humidity comes down to where you need it. What works for me is making two rows of holes on the front and back. I space the holes about 2 inches apart. Most tubs are small enough that placing the holes lower on one end and higher on the other is not needed. That is something that usually works for larger custom melamine and PVC enclosures.

Since most tubs are opaque and not clear, it is usually not necessary to black out the sides, unless you want to.

Well I put 5 holes in each side (wanted to start low), put in the water bowl, and put down newspaper and the numbers were ok....humidity was in the 53ish range (I'd give 'em now but the water dish spilled and it's all off....gonna go to Wal-Mart in a bit and get something more sturdy), but my worry now is if just those 5 holes is enough for a 30qt tub.....dunno how you put so many holes in and kept the humidity. This is really coming down to crunch time as I'm planning on going to the Tampa expo on Saturday and picking up something and want to make sure it's all setup when I get home. I'm still pretty new to all this (especially tubs) and still get really nervous about having the setup right so help is extremely appreciated.

Oh, I tried the bungee cord thing and there was no way I could get them on & off without a massive disturbance in the tub so I'm just gonna put something heavy on top until I can find some kinda strap thing that I can loosen & tighten when takin the top on/off without scaring the hell outta the snake & upsetting the whole cage....any ideas?