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

[The Serpent Merchant]

Hmm.. That's a tough call. If I start with the herpstat 1 but end up needing to get a herpstat 2, I'll have spent roughly the same amount of $ for the 1 and 2 as I would if I just broke down and bought the 4 to start with. On the other hand, if I start with the 1 and don't end up needing the RHPs and the herpstat 4, I'll have saved $200 (the cost of the T8 plus the S&H). If start with the herpstat 2 and attach the to the bottom of the T8 and (between the T8 and the flexwatt) but then need to go with the RHPs next winter, how difficult is it to move the probe from the bottom of the T8 to the inside of the T8 without damaging the probe or the flexwatt?

Also, for the flexwatt, you use the foil tape, not the double sticky tape, right?

Thanks again, Aaron for all your help!

It requires pulling off the flexwatt. It isn't hard, and should only take 15-20 minutes.

I use foil tape for my heat tape.

Make sure you ask AP to put a thermostat probe slot in the middle of the cage for you. They will do this for free.