Best Halide for the Dollar

[reefraiser]

Well, I have decided I think I want to add 2 halides to my 75 gallon tank. I was wondering what method of doing this is. I have seen 48 inch housings with two bulbs and think this would suit me well. What recommendations do you guys have and where can I find the cheapest setup? I am not looking to spend a fortune on lighting. Also, what watt bulb should I be looking for? I plan to keep my two 54w t5's for the actinic range of the lighting.

 

[ccCapt]

The best performance from a MH setup comes from using Lumenarc/Lumenbright type reflectors and not any store bought fixture. Not saying fixtures don't work, but they are no where near as efficient because of the reflectors used in a factory made fixture. Using Lumenarcs/Lumenbrights is semi DIY tho...if your into going that route.

For a 75g, 2x175 will work fine.