My 33g has WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY more than $800 invested. But hardware only...hmm let's do a comparison (haha):
33g tank w/ 150w Ebo heater, AquaClear 500, and decent looking stand from the local newspaper
$75
Remora skimmer from guy on Reef Central $110 w/ preskimmer box
Sell pre-skimmer box for $27.50 (hahaha)
Glo T5 strip lights $140
Bulbs $50
Makes my total $347.50
BUT yours is all brand new. Your tank probably isn't scratched like mine is. You have a MH light. You have a nicer looking stand (by far), even if you don't like it. It's quite possible that my skimmer is better than the one in your setup though. If I bought all my stuff new it would cost almost exactly $500 new, including taxes, but not including a stand.
So...ya I think the Solana is a good deal.
