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I would put them 4-5 inches off the water surface. As for the fans I have two 3" variable speed and am adding 2 more to keep the temp in line. I have an open back as well.

My tank has now finished its cycle and I am beginning to add crabs, snails, etc. Fish and coral after I get my canopy finished and lights in. Now that the water is correct I am beginning to see some of these Triffid (I think in looking at my books) in the LR I purchased from the LFS. Do I...

I had originally eliminated PC's from some initial research thinking that they would give off less lux than VHO or T5's. Did I make an incorrect conclusion? A 4 x 96 PC would still work under my canopy. How does the PC compare to the T5?

Thanks, I would like to go to 54 watt, however, my tank is 36" and I can only find 39W which is why I was thinking of going with 6 bulbs. Has anyone seen any 36" of higher wattage? One store told me the IceCap ballast would cause the bulbs to burn brighter, but shorten the bulb life. I have...

I am looking to see if anyone has any experience with the new T5's being promoted? I have a 65 gal and want to do as much coral and clams as possible, however, MH is not an option, I was out voted! The depth of the water above the gravel is around 19". I am building a canopy right now and am...

I am in the process of setting up my 65 gal tank and have really confused myself on the lighting research. I am debating between the T5 6x39W and the VHO 4x96W. I have been outvoted on the MH ... so that is not an option. I am wanting to do coral and some clams up on the LR. The manufacturer...