Hey aaron, I didn't mean to ignore you in my previous reply! Thanks to you as well! Again, thank you to those of you who have given your opinions. Pretty soon I'm gonna put together a list that details my final set up! I will post it for those who are interested.
FYI This kind of thread is exactly what first time reefers are looking for. We spend a lot of time trying to figure out what brands of equipment are good and what retailers are reputable. We are coming into this hobby as total noobs and everything can be overwhelming! If you have experience, I implore you to share your knowledge! I have searched the forums for questions similar to my own, and I would not post if the answers were readily apparent. Any reply you give to my post will do extra service in answering the questions of all who follow me!