Ok, is this a good choice?

My 65g reef tank needs some decent lighting. I think this will be fine. Anyone have this product, or can give me a positive or neg on the manufacturer? Any better choices?

36" INCH 3 FT 6pc HO T5 AQUARIUM REEF LIGHTS 234W w/Build-in Timer | eBay

 

what are you planning to keep, that fixture will be a beast. Although with a 65g being 24 inches tall, I'd lean towards mh, they are cheap and you'll be able to grow anything. Led is another choice but a lot more $.

 

I want to have coral eventually. My only concern with mh is the heat...

 

IMHO,

another concern should be light output/time.

Going with LED's, is often cheaper and will pay for itself in 2-3 yrs vs. new bulb costs.

There are some very inexpensive set ups, and some with all the bells and wistles, for a LOT of money.

I'm happy with mine. I'd recommend mine, but the newer - dual dimmer version.
For the price, you'll save and can't go wrong.
2 of them are over my 6ft 125, and it's working well on my mixed reef DT.