How would you spend 10k for a 8'lx2'wx3'h Setup

[mseepman]

I agree with everyone that your room is probably a little too tight for the size of tank that you are hoping to have. A 36" deep tank will need some type of ladder or catwalk to reach into it and that will take some signifcant space from you.

Also, I was wondering why you put your sump as far away from the tank as you have. This just involves more plumbing, bigger pumps and more opportunities for problems.

Here is a good build thread for you to look at which shows some of the things you should look at.
http://www.reeflounge.com/showthread.php?t=24425

Otherwise, sounds great! By the way, how often do you have 24 people over to watch a movie? lol