42G Lighting Recommendations

JHG · #1 01-12-2006, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by NanoReef

in my opinion. a 175w metal halide and mabe 2 96w VHO actinincs... that would be premium lighting for that tank in my opinion.

Any idea on the cost of such a setup?

digital-audiophile,
Your lighting suggestion is likely a good one, but far outside of my budget. I'm looking for something that will allow me to keep more than just softies and that has "Honey, I didn't re-mortgage the house to buy this." price tag.

J

Willow · #2 01-12-2006, 12:58 AM

this is what im going to add to my 42 gallon prop tank. it is very reasonably priced and has a tiny footprint.

http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merch...e=Oceanlight-p

tbone · #3 01-18-2006, 05:17 AM

how much do u think custom fees would be for to order from the states?

akhanf · #4 02-02-2006, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by tbone

how much do u think custom fees would be for to order from the states?

I ordered my 2x250W MH setup just last week from an ebay store in the states. I'll let you know how much custom fees are when I get them. Great deal otherwise, just under $400 USD for the 2x250W coralvue retrokits with reeflux 12k bulbs.

JHG · #5 02-02-2006, 05:16 AM

Here's my 42G tank. I'd prefer to use a retrofit or whatever else works best on the canopy portion of my tank. I used to have a few standard plant and aquarium bulbs for the tank when it had live plants (freshwater) and in the picture below and using a 20" bulb as it created a nice effect with the African cichlids coming out of shadows, etc. I'm leaning towards VHO setup and hoping to keep mostly soft corals. Any decent recommendation would be welcome. Looking for most cost effective setup. Anyone use DIY kits from AHSupply?

J