Ok, here is my recomendation along the lines you are thinking.
from J&L
this ballast
http://www.jlaquatics.com/phpstore/s..._ID=pfo-be250e 177ish
the pendant you picked is fine, I personaly don't like the PFO stuff as it is bulky and there is way better out there for only a little more.
and
250W Megachrome Marine Mogul (13000K) Metal Halide Bulb - Mogul Base 93.ish (buy it from where ever.)
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personaly this would be my pick from sunlight supply
Galaxy™ 250 WattElectronic Ballast 120/240 Volt
902490
Metallic Green Anodized Aluminum
8.5lbs.
$157.95
Each
reflector pendant
http://www.sunlightsupply.com/produc...s%3D%26pgi%3D1
and the same bulb as above.
Steve
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