Aquarium on side for snake --Doors?

[Queensnake88]

Hello.
I have a 40 gallon long aquarium I want to use for my ball python. I'm going to put the tank on it's side, and have the top opening become the front. I have a screen lid for it, but want to make plexiglass doors (or Lexon I think it's called. Tougher plexiglass basicly.)

I googled it, got a couple ideas. I'm still not sure how to do this best. I would appreciate some help from you.

I know I need a plexiglass lip to hold substrate in. I have used acrylic sealant in aquariums many times.

The new front has the divider in the middle, part of the black frame around the edge of the opening. So two doors are needed. Hinges, Cam locks, plexiglass, tools.....I know I would need.

I need advise from someone that has done this or similar enclosure work. There is not a lot coming up on google about this. My main question is how to get the hinges attached to the frame/glass?

Thank you for any advise.
No "tubs are better" rants please.

[Jeanne]

I wouldn't do it. Buy a cage w front opening doors.. If you do put doors on tht...how are you going to provide ventilation? How do you plan on providing heat???

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[Queensnake88]

I'm doing it. Already had the tank. Undertank heat pad for heat. Obviously holes in the doors so the thing can breathe!

I'm not spending $300 on a new snake enclosure. Sorry.

I want help, not negativity.

If you can't say nice things, do not comment. Simple.

[Mangiapane85]

Pretty sure Jeanne's questions weren't meant to offend you. These are just things that a snake keeper should be thinking of. .. in my opinion, your plan sounds, well, difficult. You can buy the glass terrarium tanks for the same price that you're going to end up spending on this "project" I'm sure. And then you'll have an enclosure that's made to keep the animal secure. youre saying this is a 40 gallon fish tank correct?


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[Jeanne]

I'm doing it. Already had the tank. Undertank heat pad for heat. Obviously holes in the doors so the thing can breathe!

I'm not spending $300 on a new snake enclosure. Sorry.

I want help, not negativity.

If you can't say nice things, do not comment. Simple.

My help wasnt meant to offend..but in future..I will avoid helping you. Dont get ur panties in a bunch..jeez. Was just asking in case you hadnt thought bout those things.

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[Jeanne]

Pretty sure Jeanne's questions weren't meant to offend you. These are just things that a snake keeper should be thinking of. .. in my opinion, your plan sounds, well, difficult. You can buy the glass terrarium tanks for the same price that you're going to end up spending on this "project" I'm sure. And then you'll have an enclosure that's made to keep the animal secure. youre saying this is a 40 gallon fish tank correct?


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Thnx, as you said, my answer wasnt meant to upset OP. Glad you understood that...

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[Queensnake88]

Thnx, as you said, my answer wasnt meant to upset OP. Glad you understood that...

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I'm annoyed with this .....the groups and forums...so many people jump down my throut about keeping snakes in glass aquariums. I was just reacting in general.

I have kept reptiles for 20 years. I know what's up. I have thick plastic duct taped on screen lids to help hold humidity in aquariums. I have space to take into consideration. If I lay the tanks on one side, it has more floor space, hold humidity better, and I can stack them on a wood frame.

Or should I just keep the same old same old? I'm trying to upgrade. It will not cost any where near buying a large enclosure. Plus I need four 40 gallons total. That is over a thousand dollars in enclosures.

I have researched, googled, and asked. I just want help with my "project" ..... not criticism. Not breeders saying racks and tubs only.

Go ahead, avoid me. Humans!!! Not sure about this forum.

[Sallos]

I'm worried that the aquarium glass could shatter under the heat and weight. I'm not sure it was designed to handle the stresses of being on its side without reinforcement.


Would you consider something like this? https://ball-pythons.net/forums/show...2053-New-setup I think it would work a lot better than turning the aquariums on their sides.

[Jeanne]

As I said..my post wasnt meant to get your panties in a bunch.

And I dont recall saying even 1 bad thing about you using tanks...frankly, I dnt care what you use..

And just bc you are annoyed by other ppl and other forums etc doesnt give you the right to be a snot to someone who was just posing a couple of important questions considering I and nobody here knows you or anything about your past or your xperience. Its pretty standard for ppl to pose questions one may not have thought of...esp whn You came asking for help.

Good luck w your project.

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[Neal]

I'm doing it. Already had the tank. Undertank heat pad for heat. Obviously holes in the doors so the thing can breathe!

I'm not spending $300 on a new snake enclosure. Sorry.

I want help, not negativity.

If you can't say nice things, do not comment. Simple.

Calm down and take a breather. We're just offering advice, nobody is trying to force you to do anything. Nor is anybody questioning your experience in keeping snakes.

I personally don't like glass for several reasons, nor would I ever modify anything glass, but that's me. They do have awesome cages like the T8, which are well under $300. Here's a link if you would like to check them out: http://www.apcages.com/home/terrestrial/T8/T8.htm

If you are going to modify the tank, good luck and post pictures when it's done. I just wanted to chime in and add my input.