I have my older snakes in 48x24 PVC cages but depending on the size of the snake 40g tanks or 41qt tubs seem to be big enough. Thermostats I use spyder robotics Herpstat or reptile basics VE-200, VE-300. You can use your current uth, no need to buy another. Thermometer/hygrometer acurite 00891, it will give you hot, cool, and humidity from one unit and is very accurate. No above lighting is needed, if you can't keep your cool side above 75 then you may need a che on a dimmer or another thermostat or a Herpstat 2. Reptile basics hides are the best IMO, they are very dark and secure and tons of people use them. I use F10SCXD and F10SC for cleaning.
That's quite the trip for a snake, just leave him be except for water and spot cleaning. Also read this care sheet, it will be a lot of help.
http://ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...ius)-Caresheet
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