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Tank is 48" long. I know fans are a must. What else should I look for when buying halides for the first time? Whats the difference between doubled ended and single ended? Is there an affordable off brand model option? :frustrat:

Thanks for the tips! I will be getting a timer asap. I think my phosphate kit is just hard to read. I haven't had any algae growth problems since I went to bare bottom. I have 2 white t5s and two blue t5s. Anytime, I have been lucky enough to observe the coral beauty begin to think about...

This mushroom rock with four green mushrooms on it, is my first attempt at keeping coral. Here is my set up: 55 gallon tank, Bare bottom 2 H.O.Bs, rated for up to 90 gal and 75 gal 1 canister filter, rated for up to 100 gal 1 phosphate reactor, rated for up to 150 gal 1 protein skimmer...