lighting on a budget

[dawgfan]

looking to upgrade my lighting for FOWLR. $100 seems to get either a 260 wt PC or a 216 wt T5 on ebay. I have a 75 gallon. Any thoughts? Also, seems like i remember someone stating one of the brands had a "fire" issue.

Need some advice.

 

[stacy22]

T5's would be better than PCs in my opinion, even for FOWLR. I like the color choices better. Odyssea is the brand that has had fire issues. I am sure a google search will lead you to some threads on other forums relating experiences.

Good luck with your lights.

 

[oldschool52]

I purcased a light aytem from Hellolights.com on 1/23/09. I have been very happy with it. $154.95 + $16.00 on shipping
(2) T5 HO Super Actinic 54w and (2) T5 <span style="color: White"><span style="color: Black">HO 48" 10,000K 54W
My tank is a 72g Bow front

I also purchased from Ebay for my 30g long a 36" 4 bulb (2 actinics and 2 daylight 12,000k) CF w/moon lights and 3 cordsand 3 switches. It looks like a Corallife. Has worked great for the 2 months I've had it. No fires. It was $88.00
You need a 48" in length
They have some now at </span></span>http://home.shop.ebay.com/items/Lighting__W0QQ_catrefZ1QQ_flnZ1QQ_sacatZ46314QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em282">http://home.shop.ebay.com/items/Lighting__W0QQ_catrefZ1QQ_flnZ1QQ_sacatZ46314QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em282</a><span style="color: White">
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</span><u></u>$92.99 + $24,45 shipping They're worth a try for that price (Under $100) Check out the one for $159.99 no shipping

 

[dawgfan]

Thanks, I went with a T5HO.

 

[stacy22]

I think you will be pleased with that choice. Post some pictures when you get everything going.