I use that same tank for both of my BP's.
I have per tank:
1 - 100w CHE
1 - 100w Red Bulb
1 - Flukers Large UTH
1 - Helix Controller for the temps (each tank)
Then I have the under side of the tank insulated with:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/R-Tech-1-...99?N=5yc1vZ910
and I also used that to cover the majority of the vent screens in the top of the tank. It provides insulation as well as keeps in humidity. I think the dimesion is 16.5" x 7.5" but I went 16.375" x 7.375" for clearance while still achieving a snug fit. Obviously you'll need clearance for your overhead lamps if that is the route you're going.
Speaking of, you'll have a hell of a time keeping the humidity up in there. Which is why I have a large cool mist humidifier hooked up to my set up on a sensor to mist whenever the humidity drops below 53%
http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...e-Fogger-Redux
I use orchard bark as a substrate, and decorate however I want. The Snakes have stuff to hide in, and climb on. Moist Hides make shed-time easier on everyone.
This set up works for me, it may not work for you. You'll have to experiment to find out what works for you because every room/house/climate is different. But the most crucial thing you're going to discover is that Humidity and Temperature are going to be a hard balance to achieve. Covering the top of your tank is going to be imperative, or you're going to be venting hot, moist air right out the top and you'll never get ahead of it. Might even be worth it to obscure 1/2 - 3/4 of the vents on the front of your tank. You won't suffocate them, I promise.
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