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I'm always leary of buying brands that I don't know about. I've heard people recommend HelloLights before, but why are they so cheap? The same IceCap setup would cost $350+. What gives? What are you getting with the IceCap that you wouldn't get with a system such as this one?

Oh, and about the canopy...I have a canopy already that I plan on retrofitting the VHO's into. When it comes time to add the MH, I'll probably build a new one that has more room in it.

One of my favorite creatures is the derasa clam. From what I understand, they like ALOT of light and they also need to be at the bottom of the tank. Correct? I want to make sure I have at least enough light to sustain this one. I think I've decided to go with the 660 IceCap running 4 VHO's...

The only problem with that is that it's not very cost efficient. The 660 retrofit alone is $350. If I go with MH on top of that, I'll be adding another $250. I was hoping PC's would get the job done to help the wallet out. Do you guys think that PC is inufficient for a 90 gallon?

Check out this site. Anyone ever purchased from here? <a href="http://www.aquaticlight.com/retrofit.html" target="_blank">http://www.aquaticlight.com/retrofit.html</a>

Those dimensions are correct, Richard. That's what I was worried about was the height of the tank. Thanks for the input.

Thanks...anyone else?

Ok, after seriously considering my lighting options for my 90 gallon tank, I've narrowed it down to this: 1. IceCap 660 running 4 VHOs = 440 total watts 2. 2-55w PC Bright Kits w/ 2-175w MH = 460 total watts 3. 4-55w PC Bright Kits w/ 1-175w MH = 395 total watts 4. 6-55w PC Bright Kits = 330...

For the record, I have a 90 gallon All Glass that I've had for 5 years now with no problems whatsoever. <img src="graemlins//silly.gif" border="0" alt="[silly]" />

This site has step-by-step instructions on how to make your very own refugium very inexpensively. <a href="http://www.carlosreef.com/refugium.htm" target="_blank">http://www.carlosreef.com/refugium.htm</a>

My tank is cycled. I've just recently been adding LR, though. The LR I buy is already cured, so the pieces I buy here and there shouldn't throw my tank into another cycle.

Another question. I'm adding to my tank (as far as LR goes) incrementally as I get the money to. Which of these fish could be added while my tank is still in the developing stages, i.e. they don't need a mature system with lots of LR. I currently have 30 lbs of LR and a 4 inch DSB. Thanks again.

Thanks guys, I think I will switch to a Kole Tang just to be sure that peace is kept in the tank.

I was thinking about a sailfin tang as well. Would he be a better addition than the purple tang? Thanks.

I do want to be very careful in adding these guys to my tank. Can anyone suggest an order that I should add them in? Thanks.

Thanks, Noodle. Do you think I have room enough to get a mated pair of percs?

Ok, after much research I've compiled a list of fish that I want to keep in my 90 gal reef. I need everyone's input. This may be too many fish for my tank, not sure. If so, I would love suggestions on which fish to ditch. Thanks for your help everyone. Green Chromis (2, already in there)...

By the way, here's a great site that calculates how many pounds of sand you need for a desired depth in your tank: <a href="http://www.purearagonite.com/SandBed.html" target="_blank">http://www.purearagonite.com/SandBed.html</a>

I like Predator's advice. If I were you I'd start off with a few green chromises. They're attractive, inexpensive, hardy, easy to keep/feed, low on your bio-load, they school, and are reef safe. What more could you want out of your first fish? :)

I know, that's why I was debating taking him out now. I don't think I can bring myself to do it, though. I have to at least give him a chance.