600 HPS and T5 with 8 bulbs?

I was wondering how high should I have my light (mainly the 600 HPS) above the plant surface should I place the light. I know it is supposed to be as close to the plant without burning it as possible but I want to put in a few more plants and they do kind of grow 'unevenly' and I am trying to find a Happy Medium. Can anyone help me?

I would say you should move your 600 HPS about 2-5 feet away from the plants. The T5 can be just a little closer.

HydroGuy said:

I would say you should move your 600 HPS about 2-5 feet away from the plants. The T5 can be just a little closer.

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Wow! That close huh, I am looking at about 9 inches from my best (tallest) plant, so you don't think it would be harmful to more it farther away?

18" not 2-5', that just sounds retarded

Is your reflector hood air cooled? If not, 2' above your tops is fine. You'll need to keep a close eye on them when dialing in hood height. watch for tips to curl, if they do, raise the light a bit and try again.

Serapis said:

Is your reflector hood air cooled? If not, 2' above your tops is fine. You'll need to keep a close eye on them when dialing in hood height. watch for tips to curl, if they do, raise the light a bit and try again.

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Air cooled light. When I put my had under the light it is only slightly warm, no real problems but it is definitely to mildly burn the leaves.