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sinlesstwigs

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So I just bought a new tank for my snake, its a little big 36x12x12, But there is no top for it, I need advice on how to make, or buy a cheap top for it. Money isn't the biggest issue, But the less the money, the better.
Thank's for the help!!!
 
^What pepper said^ Also you should be able to pick up some clips for the lid, that would help lock it in to place.
 
A wind of Duct tape around the corners doesn't hurt, maybe a piece or two on the sides as well. Keeps the lid on tight, but can be tough to open. I use Gorilla tape and just deal with it by keeping the edge folded over and enough extra to cover the job. Velcro and aquarium seal are great if you don't mind the work. You just gotta really clamp it tight it's entire length while it dries or it won't last long. I don't like the clips so much - they lose their spring after 4-5 months (of course I am constantly opening cages to play with the snakes, see) or just shoot across the room at inopportune moments......
 
Some people just put weight on top of the lids to keep them pinned down. I use benching weights - 2 ten pounders. I've heard of others using books, rocks, etc. But always try to get the best fitting lid first.
 
raynefyre said:
Some people just put weight on top of the lids to keep them pinned down. I use benching weights - 2 ten pounders. I've heard of others using books, rocks, etc. But always try to get the best fitting lid first.
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Yup, those are usually the people that post threads titled "Help! My cornsnake got out!" Be way careful there, as the weights don't usually get placed along the sides and the snakes are really good at pushing through those spaces.
 
raynefyre said:
Some people just put weight on top of the lids to keep them pinned down. I use benching weights - 2 ten pounders. I've heard of others using books, rocks, etc. But always try to get the best fitting lid first.
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The problem with that, besides what Feanturi already said, is that, while 20lbs may stop your corn today, there's no saying how strong it'll be 20 grams from now. Keep in mind that's 20 more grams of almost pure muscle with a lifetime to spend trying to get out.
 
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