Welcome to 3reef ChrisO!
Yeah, you definitely want to go with stronger lighting!!! And your filter though Red Sea Prizm is not a bad skimmer, the stronger the better especially with a substantial bioload!
Before delving into the world of lighting and skimmers-I would strongly suggest researching various types of skimmers and lighting choices that will better suit your needs.
Think of what you would like to have in your tank a couple months from now even a year from now. Based on your selection, you will be better prepared to properly select the right skimmer and lighting for your set-up without going overboard financially. I assure you, based on my past experiences, you don't want to cut corners, nor do you want to spend money you don't have to because you purchased lighting that doesn't work with the types of coral(s) or Tridanca Clams you wish to keep only to have to buy a new lighting scheme a few months down the road!
May I suggest a Aqua C skimmer as they are one of the best line of skimmers on the market IMO! And as for the lighting, I love the Metal Halides, whether it be a pendant or a whole fixture. With the lighting comes variables which you need to decide upon before selecting( ie. bulb color-kelvin, and wattage-PAR).
Well, this is basically it in a nut shell! Do some research and you can never read enough about the saltwater hobby to educate yourself and be better prepared for what lies ahead as you will find out that their are many ups and downs that come with a saltwater tank...Good luck and feel free to ask questions!!! Many knowledgeable people here at 3reef to guide you and help ya along the way!!!!!! _________ 125gal.w/Mag9.5 return(dual megaflow)>Mag7 pump Aqua Cev180skimmer.Wave2k Hamilton Reefstar(2)250watthqi(mh)pend.a Yellow, Naso Tang Red Lip Blenny Percula Clown Demoiselles Niger Trigger F. Wrasses Cerianthid Stars Hermits snails Zoos shrooms Montipora Brains Gorgonians Favia Turbinaria Kenyon Tree Acropora Xenia Tridacna (CroceaMaximaSquamosa)
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