| Author |
 Topic  |
|
|
mattellis1980
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
4 Posts |
 Posted - 06/03/2009 : 22:32:02
|
Im looking at getting a 3 foot viv for my rapidly growing florida king, or bigger if anyone advises. I was just wondering if anyone has any advice on the make and model. I have been looking at the Aquapac Viv-exotic VX range as they seem pretty good. Money is really not a considertion I just want the best for my little guy. Are there any experts that can advise on the best set up? seen those microclimate AHS heaters and they look good but Ive no experience in using one.
I would really appreciate any help as ive been looking on the net for so long, and being a novice I cannot for the life of me decide on the ideal stuff.
I live in the midlands area, so any good advice from shop owners/workers would be greatly appreciated followed by relevant purchases! I dont mind paying for good service! |
|
|
Gingerpony
SerpentSeven's Evil Twin
United Kingdom
726 Posts |
Posted - 07/03/2009 : 12:38:22
|
| Aquapac stuff is good. i'm looking into AHS/Reptile Radiators for my boa but i haven't used them before. |
cornsnakes, ratsnakes, Dumerils boas, BCO hybrids, Sinder Hypo boas, Day Geckos
 |
 |
|
|
magneticblue
Kingsnake Forum Admin
United Kingdom
1511 Posts |
Posted - 07/03/2009 : 18:23:24
|
To be honest with you I looked into an AHS for my boas but decided to go for ceramics instead. I use a ceramic for Sylar as well so I would go down that route if I were you. AHS have some very good reviews but I've also heard of some problems as well whereas I've heard nothing but positives for ceramics.
As for the viv, I've built all of my own so I can't really commment on the ones on the market, but the ones that Blackecho uses loook good. I think they are viv exotic vx36 but I'm sure he will let you know if I'm wrong though. |
1.1.0 Arizona mountain king (Sylar and Claire)
0.1.0 Blotched king ( Jasmin)
1.1.0 Guyana red-tail boa (Hercules and Athena)
1.0.1 children (Alfie and BUMP)
 |
|
|
|
mattellis1980
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
4 Posts |
Posted - 07/03/2009 : 20:45:46
|
Thanks for your replies, magneticblue do you use a heat mat as well as the ceramic? Every book I read tells me a different story on whats best!
|
|
|
|
Gingerpony
SerpentSeven's Evil Twin
United Kingdom
726 Posts |
Posted - 07/03/2009 : 21:47:44
|
yeah BE's are definitely flashy AquaPacs of some type  |
cornsnakes, ratsnakes, Dumerils boas, BCO hybrids, Sinder Hypo boas, Day Geckos
|
|
|
|
magneticblue
Kingsnake Forum Admin
United Kingdom
1511 Posts |
Posted - 07/03/2009 : 21:54:13
|
| I just use a ceramic on pulse stat. No reason why you would need a heat mat as well as the ceramic heats both the air and the substrate below the bulb. |
1.1.0 Arizona mountain king (Sylar and Claire)
0.1.0 Blotched king ( Jasmin)
1.1.0 Guyana red-tail boa (Hercules and Athena)
1.0.1 children (Alfie and BUMP)
|
|
|
|
Mancunian
Egg
United Kingdom
73 Posts |
Posted - 08/03/2009 : 09:48:34
|
I have a Aqupac VX48. It's decent quality but do shop around as the price can vary for the same product.
I will get more Aquapacs for my smaller snakes when they outgrow their RUBs.
|
1.1.0 California Kingsnakes (Lampropeltis getula californiae) CB05 Luka (B&W Banded) CB06 Lucien (Albino Banded)
0.1.1 Corn Snakes (Elaphe guttata) CB07 Jasper (Amelanastic) CB07 Chico (Anerythristic Aztec)
1.0.0 Royal Python (Python regius) CB07 Tibo (Normal)
 |
|
|
| |
Topic |
|
General help
