Ok, so I just came up with another design I am pretty set on. I have come to the realization that I don't need a 41 qt slot until my girls get pretty darn big. So I will hold off on that for now and stay with a simple 32 qt design.
But, my question now is (that everyone has faced), what thermostat do I buy? My budget, for now, is an issue. I will be able to spend more money later in summer, when I can save up more, but I would like to get this thing built in the next month. I have a snake on hold, and clutches are starting to hatch.
I can get a Johnson, flexwatt and wire/clip/insulator set for $140, which I would be able to order soon.
But they don't sell Herpstats on Reptile Basics, and that would be the proportional I would consider. The Herpstat would be $60 more, including shipping from another source.
I have heard many say proportionals are the way to go, and I can see why. But this is not a very big rack, 8 32 qts tubs.
I would love some input.
I live in southern California, so room temps vary from 70 in the winter, and 90 in the summer. I am will seek help later on insulating the rack over winter to keep temps up.
Thanks.