t5 retrokit or stand sit t5

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  1. jakanala01

    jakanala01 Astrea Snail

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    I am getting a new 220 and building a new stand and new canopy.
    Trying to figure out whether or not I should use a retrokit on the underside of the new hood or if I should by a t5 set that sits on the tank.

    Unsure which to choose? Any one better than the other? Please give your opinion on which is and which you use and why?

    Last thing to decide and can order and get ready for the BIG build.
     
    jakanala01, Jan 30, 2011
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    jakanala01 Astrea Snail

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    great deal or not

    I was wondering what your thoughts were on it. This would give me 6 t5 lights and even more 2 strips of led lights, one white and one blue. This will be mounted in a hood with the inside painted white with a clear coat over the paint for more relection.
    The tank is 6' and can't find a setup that would be 60" so I wonder if the 48" would light up the whole tank or if I would not have enough light.
    Opinions please

    IceCap Reef Illuminations6 x T5 & LED Combo Aquarium Lght Fixture - AquaCave#
    I found this deal it looks great and the price is nice.
     
    jakanala01, Jan 30, 2011
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