How to set up a PVC cage (AP T8) With Pictures!

[T_Leonard]

Hey Aaron, Great thread! Thank you for posting this info, super helpful.

I have been trying to figure out which route to go on a setup for my first BP. I have been going thru the newbie debate on cages/tanks/racks w/tubs. After reading through this thread and looking at the way you have this AP T8 setup, I think I will go the same route. I do have a few additional questions though:

I live in Colorado so I think I will probably need to add the RHP to maintain ambient temps and I want to add the light(s) and the divider.

I do have a few additional questions though:

1. How / where did you mount the lights and route the cords?
2. I am assuming that the RHP should be mounted in the center of the divided half?
3. How long will it take for the temps to regulate once I get everything installed before I put BP in cage?

So here is my plan:

AP T8 with the following:
Glass doors w/lock
Flexwatt Belly Heat
Divider
Light Fixture -
RBI RHP -
Herpstat 1 or 2
Accurite Thermometer
2 hides
water bowl
substrate ?

Thanks again for the great post. I plan on ordering tomorrow and once I have it setup with new BP, I will post some pics.