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Unread 03/31/2007, 04:43 PM   #1
kroniclove
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help me choose a light for my 60gal reef

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I am looking for a light for my 60gal reef (48" long)- it will mostly consist of Lps and softies. Right now i have a jbj viper 150watt metal halide and i love it. so i was thinking of going metal halide for this tank as well. if you guys can recommmend some good lights with price range around $250-350. thanks


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Unread 03/31/2007, 04:45 PM   #2
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for a 4ft tank you willl need 2 mh


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Unread 04/01/2007, 01:06 PM   #3
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ok so what brand would you recommend??


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Unread 04/01/2007, 07:48 PM   #4
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anyone??


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Unread 04/01/2007, 08:58 PM   #5
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Ice cap retros? Alot of good stuff out there. I went T5 personally. Someone at my local club is looking to get rid of a great set up

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...readid=1087070


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Unread 04/01/2007, 08:59 PM   #6
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I have seen them in action and they look sweet.


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