110 tall lighting solutions?

[San Antonio FJ]

I just picked up a 110 tall and need some lighting help, I want something that I wont have to upgrade as my skill level and tank grows. The tank is 48x18x30 high, any suggestions? Im also in need of a 48x18 stand if anyone has one they would like to sell.

[robalv]

check this out

http://www.maast.org/showthread.php?60622-My-New-Project

[CoryDude]

250W halides would be my first choice for a tank that deep. If you want a cooler option, then a 6-8 bulb t5 fixture would be good. An ice cap retro would be great because you can go with a 660 ballast and do 4 X t5 bulbs, then do another 660 ballast and add 2 or 4 more bulbs to reach you're desired lighting level. That would give you an option depending on your coral choice.

[Mr Cob]

My tank is 29"H. I use 2 x 250w MH retros. 14k bulbs. x2 IceCap 660 ballasts.

SPS do fine mid to high. I only keep LPS and softies down low.

[cowboy572]

I have the same tank, a 110 tall. I run a modified Odyessa Metal Halide Combo unit. It has the 2 x 250 halides. Like Mr Cob my SPS do fine mid to high. and softies low.

[San Antonio FJ]

Is there a DIY way to get a MH setup for less? Also will I need actinics? Whats the best way to configure this? Where do yall order your parts from? Can you post some pics of your set up's

Sorry for all the noob questions, Im just trying to get this all figured out before I get impatient and buy something I dont need lol.


Thanks everyone
Ronnie

[BIGBIRD123]

Ronnie,
I have dual 250w with 4 actinics over my 36x 18...58g retro'd. You are more than welcome to come by and see it...

[San Antonio FJ]

Sounds good, Probably wouldnt be able to get over there till middle of next week and hopefully Ill know about the finish by then

[BIGBIRD123]

Looking forward to you stopping by...I'll PM my address.