Please look over a newbie's checklist!

[TheKingInYellow]

Okay, that makes more sense. I had it in my head that I needed a basking bulb. I might just get a low wattage standard day bulb then, and a red or blue night bulb. I do like to see my animals. I'll certainly do two UTHs and two Thermostats. I'll probably get the 8" x 12" UTHs so that most of the tank will be in contact with a heat source.

Thanks for all the advice.

The reef is still under construction, but I've got all the equipment. It's my other major project to get done before the winter. I just need the stand to be finished, and I'm on my way.

If you want to see where the 29g tank came from, my 29g planted FW log is right here: http://www.aquariacentral.com/forums...d.php?t=145786

[the_Ryno]

Other than a thermostat, and maybe a nightbulb. I would also get something to help the snake feel more enclosed such as a backing on the tank, and maybe some vines or something in side it.

[TheKingInYellow]

Other than a thermostat, and maybe a nightbulb. I would also get something to help the snake feel more enclosed such as a backing on the tank, and maybe some vines or something in side it.

Yup, there will be a three-sided wrap around rock wall.

[starmom]

Have you ever considered a reptile cage?

[TheKingInYellow]

I already have the aquarium due to some problems with them holding water. Rebuying the tank/critter cage is not really an option.

[Argentra]

I hear you there. It's the whole 'I already have it, so why not find a good use for it' thing. As long as it's secure, with any cracks siliconed up and a good tight top, there's nothing wrong with using tanks. IMO, and in my experience, they actually work BETTER than tubs.

Remember that you are required to post pictures ASAP.

[TheKingInYellow]

No problem with pics. If you look at my 29g build log, there is no shortage of pics there

The 29g is perfectly siliconed, there are no cracks, and the seams never actually let go, they just looked bad and I wasn't about to trust that tank with that much water on the floor above my entertainment centre!

Anyhow, made another purchase today. An 11" x 17" ExoTerra UTH for the cool side, and an 8" x 8" ExoTerra UTH for the warm side. Can't find thermostats though. I made another post about trying to find a Canadian online vendor for herp stuff...

[Argentra]

I recommend getting your stats from Rich at ReptileBasics.com. I believe plenty of Canadians have ordered from him with little to no trouble, and he is the BEST! Good prices, awesome customer service, and great speed with shipping.

Other than that, I'm not sure what to suggest as far as getting supplies up there.

[TheKingInYellow]

I recommend getting your stats from Rich at ReptileBasics.com. I believe plenty of Canadians have ordered from him with little to no trouble, and he is the BEST! Good prices, awesome customer service, and great speed with shipping.

Other than that, I'm not sure what to suggest as far as getting supplies up there.

Thanks for the tip. In most cases, there is a good online vendor for stuff here, you just have to find them

[starmom]

I hear you there. It's the whole 'I already have it, so why not find a good use for it' thing. As long as it's secure, with any cracks siliconed up and a good tight top, there's nothing wrong with using tanks. IMO, and in my experience, they actually work BETTER than tubs.

Remember that you are required to post pictures ASAP.

I agree except in my experience I have reptile cages, but I like them way better than tubs. I think that tubs really prohibit the natural movement that my snakes in the cages have every night. I am working hard to get cages for all my snakes