Lighting for a 60 gallon cube

[Darth-Tater]

I have a 60 gallon cube (or will have Sat). I am looking at lights. I have found a place that puts 8 24" t5s in a retrofit. I find a 250 MH with 4 PC 65 watt bulbs in a light on top of the tank. And I have the option of a 250 Watt MH pendant. Not sure what I want to grow. Fish for sure and some corals. Don't want to buy the lights twice. Any and all suggestions needed.


Oh the Tank is 24X24X24

David

[RayAllen]

All three would be great, but if I had to choose Id go the T5 route or the 250watt pendant which is what im using now on my 24x18x20 tank.

Also sent you a pm.

[fjr_wertheimber]

Gotta love those 60 cubes!
Have you considered going with a 400 watt MH? I know that Dozer (Mike Mendoza) had a bunch of 'em left over at his place from his old frag tanks. You might want to drop him a line and see if he's got one he's willing to part with.
Can't wait to see pics of your new tank!

[brewercm]

What do you plan on keeping as far as corals go. I know I'm going pure T5 on my new setup but it will be LPS, softies, and a couple of clams and its only 20" tall before sandbed.

[LoneStar]

I'd go t5s as well. I think you will get a better bang for your buck going that way.