Hello people, I've followed your prime directive (Trekkie humor) and have studied relentlessly before asking questions...so here goes! In my basement, I have a 9'x9' (or 9'x11' option) room with 8 foot ceiling. I have funds for a least four 1000 watt lights. There are so many brands out there that I don't know which to buy. I also wanted to buy the filter system so as to remove the odor. I don't know if I need one or two? I am also going to use lights with the cooling systems and I wanted to vent them through the filter(s) before exiting the hot air outdoors. I've been on e-bay and other sites and the prices are all over the place. Can anybody tell me the brands of lights, ballast, and bulbs that work well?

I've been told to buy the Big Kahuna XXX Magnum and I've also read about the Sun Systems lights. I can buy four of the sun system lights for the cost of two XXX Magnums. There are many others that I've read about also. I'd like something that won't burn my house down also!

I'm a little tired of reading about lights because they all say that they are the best. If anybody could forgive my lack of experience and guide me to the best lights and bulbs I'd appreciate it. My only requirement is that the light and ballast be interchangeable with the MH & HPS bulbs. Also, I'm assuming that four lights should be more than sufficient to light this space. My concern is that I don't overheat the room with the lights. Also, I can only do this once so I don't want to make the mistake of buying the wrong products. Any input will be appreciated.
ibantu Reviewed by ibantu on . I've studied and need lighting assistance Hello people, I've followed your prime directive (Trekkie humor) and have studied relentlessly before asking questions...so here goes! In my basement, I have a 9'x9' (or 9'x11' option) room with 8 foot ceiling. I have funds for a least four 1000 watt lights. There are so many brands out there that I don't know which to buy. I also wanted to buy the filter system so as to remove the odor. I don't know if I need one or two? I am also going to use lights with the cooling systems and I wanted to Rating: 5