What is the best and affordable lighting for a 72" tank/180 gallon

Jayfish7

Jack Dempsey
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Apr 12, 2014
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I need lighting for my 72" tank.. looking on the web , it seems everything is extremely expensive at that size.. anyone have any idea's? or methods to light up a 6 foot tank nicely?.. really appreciate any help! thx
 

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Candiru
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Jul 19, 2006
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I'm running two 4' dual bulb T8 light fittings from home depot. I believe I paid 25 each, plus $30 in bulbs. Snagged two Plant and Aquarium, and to Daylight delux. I had to wire them to a plug, which is very easy and straight forward. I built a canopy for them, but prior to that I had them resting on the glass tops. Get the model with the reflectors.
 
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