Okay everyone here's the dealio. I'm a minor and as one I still have to listen to my father. So whatever he says goes. Even with that, I still have concerns. I WILL be trying the 75W. If it does not work, I will simple have to try something else. I am not afraid of spending a little extra cash on a new bulb and fixture to make everything right.

I appreciate all of your input. I really do. But it's something that my dad is not comfortable with, and something that I am still scared of myself.

Thank you to the user who suggested the bubble wrap method along with having two bulbs, I'll see what happens with the heat. I don't want to do anything unless I absolutely 100% need to, but insulation has been highly suggested so I will definitely heavily consider that product. Thanks again.

Also, I have heard of the 100W CHE working with the aluminum foil tape, but like I said I don't have to raise the temp that drastically- I mean all of a sudden it's getting up to 76 on the hot side sometimes for whatever reason- and I am willing to try the 75W first and avoid touching the plastic completely. Thank you for sharing your experience, though.

So, the 75W is DEFINITELY being tested first. That IS what WILL be happening. I will update the thread after I get it and after some experimentation. If it doesn't work, yeah, I could try something else. But that's what's going on. I appreciate everyone's help with this issue from the very beginning. Thanks a bunch, toodles.