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that is just the retrofit kit.. look for a light fixture, it will run around that price as well..

 

Retro's are nice for small(er) spaces but an all in one fixture will be much better with less headache, although wiring up a retro might make you reach for a few beers it will not be worth it ;D what are you planning to keep?

 

you mean coral/fish wise?

 

Yes, what corals are you planning on keeping?

 

probably just a few zoas nothing big cuz it will end up being transferred to the 80G im setting up

 

I am with Jason. For a 20g long, this is what I would put over it.

http://www.reefgeek.com/lighting/T5...t_Fixture_w!_Bulbs_(Black)_by_Sunlight_Supply

Here is a cheaper alternative. The bulbs themselves are not all that good (and I am being kind here), but can be replaced with something like UVL's or Giesemann's later in life.

There is a 30" version of the Sundial as well. The link below is 24".

Current USA Sundial T5HO Aquariuim Light Fixtures

With the first arrangment, you would pretty much put anything you want in there. With the second arrangment, some SPS would be out of reach and some clams would be iffy. It's just a matter of the quality of bulb in there. And honestly, if you are willing to spend the money for a Sundial, I would save a little longer and get a better overall unit (the TEKs).

Now, if you just want to keep some easy corals and a mated pair of whatever, the 2x24W T5s would do you just fine.

Current USA Nova Extreme T5HO X2 Aquariuim Light Fixtures

Peace.......John.

 

yah i think the third option would be best for me. I'm trying to keep real cheap cuz like I said this is more for experience of saltwater (freshwater i've been doing for some time). Like i said im only planning for a couple zoas prob just frags, and a pair of clowns and firefish. Thanks for all the help guys!!! all input is greatly appreciated