lighting change

[jeremyreef]

so i want to change my lighting a little. i have a nova 8x54 t5 fixture now but i know i can get more light out of less bulbs using a retro kit. i already have 4 reef geek reflectors, waterproof lamp holders, lamps and a icecap 660 ballast to overdrive them. i plan on picking up two more reflectors, a standard t5 ballast, and lamp holders for a total of 6 lamps. i realize i should have just got a fixture but i got the retro for a good deal. my problem is i want to avoid a canopy because i like the open top but i need to mount the retro kit to something. has anyone read about, seen or have any ideas of something like a diy fixture?

[marinelife]

I have seen a mini canopy that was only as wide as needed to fit the bulbs. Have you thought about hanging a dyi fixture over the tank?

[jeremyreef]

yes i would be able to hang it

[marinelife]

Hanging it would get you the open look you are after!

[jeremyreef]

also if i hang it i would like to be able to raise and lower it.that would be real nice.

[marinelife]

You should be able to do that easy!

[jeremyreef]

maybe we could discuss this at the meeting, but if anyone knows of any links about something like this please share.:D

[marinelife]

Something like this:
http://scientificsonline.com/product.asp?pn=3115400&cm_mmc=Mercent-_-Google-_-NULL-_-3115400&mr:trackingCode=67721735-DB81-DE11-8C0A-000423C27502&mr:referralID=NA

or

http://www.amazon.com/National-Hardware-V7633-Pulleys-Galvanized/dp/B000BQPHXI

[jeremyreef]

thanks for the links. i found a few pics of a simple one. i will need fans though.