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    Posted: June 08 2004 at 3:52pm

I found a way to double the amount of light in my tank.  No not adding a reflector. 

Last week Jake and I visited Tileman's house to do some videotaping.  I couldn't believe how clean his glass was.  So when I went home I decided to clean my glass.  This was the first time I've cleaned that glass in 10 months.  Anyway, maybe my tank really was well lit before, and I didn't need that second halide.... because after cleaning the glass I can't believe how bright my tank is. 

But I'm still glad I have the second halide, and am thinking of adding a third.

But for everyone else, before you buy new lights, try cleaning your glass first.

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Adam, I just got my new lights and canopy, two hqi halides, I cant believe the difference it makes, you'll have to stop by again and check it out.

Brad

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Sweet Brad! Did you go with the 20k's?
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I still don't know why you would change your lights.  Your tank was awesome.  Definately one of the best in the club.

I guess I will have to come see it again.

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Yea Shane I went with the aqua medic ocean lights, and they are the 20k's .

You'll have to come over and check it out

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brad... is that the little 10" aquamedic? did you go with the 250s? how big is your tank?

<edit> looks really nice BTW!



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cory ,yes they are but I went with 150's, my tank is only 65 gallons.

The Aquarium had my canopy built for 230.00 it's sixteen inches high so I can bring the lights down closer after the corals get used to them.

My wife wouldnt let me hang them from the ceiling thats why I went with the taller canopy. 

Thank you for the compliment, I'm pleased with it.

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very nice job - looks fantastic.
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