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question on building a rack system

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We have an old bookshelf (cheaper one from walmart) that I thought about trying to turn into a rack system instead of throwing it out. Anyone have any good ideas on how to change it to something useful. Also, where can I get a thermostat at a reasonable price as well as the heat tape?? I will be housing kings and pythons on this.......
 
I get my tape from bean farm, they're the cheapest I found, wires from home depot or lowes and my thermostats from the classifieds here and I found one at show.

Test your extension cords before using, I got some from the dollar store that were supposed UL listed but when I hooked my toaster up I almost burned my house down. Really glad I was hungry.
 
Back heat is easier, example - if you have six levels two tubs per level back heat would be easier because you'd only have two strips to wire. Probably why it's so prevalent in the market. I prefer belly heat for my snakes.

Don't be afraid to solder, it's fun :D

There's a few places with good reps that will wire it for you, but you have to buy the cords and connector sets from them along with the tape.

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