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Old 02-13-2017, 05:07 PM
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Post some pics when you get a chance so we can see what the tank and stand look like. Is it plumbed already or are you in the planning stages?
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Old 02-13-2017, 05:19 PM
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Just placed the order on Thursday. Gives me a little time figure everything else out...but not much!! Will def post pics when it arrives! Should only be a couple weeks. I really need help deciding on lights!!
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Old 02-13-2017, 06:38 PM
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I really need help deciding on lights!!
What livestock do you hope to keep?
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Old 02-13-2017, 06:53 PM
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It will be a mixed reef. My other tanks are mostly LPS so I would like to have more SPS in this one. Hoping not to break the bank too badly since I went big on the tank Fish Im not too sure about yet, apparently my hubby has a list of his wants started, but this beast is my tank,(I take care of all of em) so we shall see...
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Old 02-13-2017, 07:06 PM
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24 inches deep, mixed reef, and after reading your other thread, I personally would stick with T5's and the Reefbrights. 2 x 8 bulb 48" fixtures and 2 x 48" reefbrights on the front (4 if you really want that wow factor). Bulbs only need to be changed every 9 months and the Reefbrights are amazing LED's to give the corals that pop.

LED only is possible, but you'll be spending a small fortune to cover 8 feet.

Halide also an option, with reefbrights, but now you're adding a ton of heat.

At 300+ gallons, things start to become very expensive.
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Old 02-13-2017, 07:25 PM
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That does sound like my best option. I have been tossing the idea around of having LEDs with retro fit T5s under a custom canopy too.
Oh I knew full well I was giving up my home renovation for this tank...but hey priorities right?
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I agree with Warren's lighting advice.

Great to see you sharing your adventure here!
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That does sound like my best option. I have been tossing the idea around of having LEDs with retro fit T5s under a custom canopy too.
Oh I knew full well I was giving up my home renovation for this tank...but hey priorities right?
That's the route I would take.

If money is no issue then 2 ati 48inch hybrids.....
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