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lcstorc · 10-13-2006, 11:24 PM

Well we went with PC lights originally which were fine for the fish and sof corals, but then of course decided to add SPS and clams both of which need high light. So pretty much gave away an expensive PC fixture when we spent the money to go MH. Just trying to save you the extra expense if possible.
Many things can be kept under proper PC lighting and I hear good things about T5 as well depending on tank depth etc. I do have to say that the soft coral I had with the PC lights that I thought were doing great are even more fabulous with a lot more growth once I got the MH lights. My clams and sps seem to be doing well also though the sps are pretty new and it is a bit hard to say now.
Lots of reading to do I agree, but do not be afraid to ask questions here as well. This is a very friendly group with a lot of wonderful staff and members who are more than willing to help whenever needed.

10-13-2006, 11:24 PM	#27 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 21,746 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Hello From Greece Well we went with PC lights originally which were fine for the fish and sof corals, but then of course decided to add SPS and clams both of which need high light. So pretty much gave away an expensive PC fixture when we spent the money to go MH. Just trying to save you the extra expense if possible. Many things can be kept under proper PC lighting and I hear good things about T5 as well depending on tank depth etc. I do have to say that the soft coral I had with the PC lights that I thought were doing great are even more fabulous with a lot more growth once I got the MH lights. My clams and sps seem to be doing well also though the sps are pretty new and it is a bit hard to say now. Lots of reading to do I agree, but do not be afraid to ask questions here as well. This is a very friendly group with a lot of wonderful staff and members who are more than willing to help whenever needed. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.