Christmas List

I am trying to set-up a new 55 gallon tank for African Cichlids (first time) and need some advice on what to put on my Christmas list. Here is what I already have:

- Standard 55 gallon tank
- Store bought wood stand (I believe it is made out of press board)
- Plastic flourscent strip light (it has two bulbs if I remember correctly......end to end) - Like this http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/p ... catid=3803
- Two glass canopies (one cracked)
- Marineland Stealth Pro Heater - I believe it has been recalled
- Aqua Tech 30-60 filter (330 gph)
- Tons of rocks
All items were bought used on craigslist a couple of years ago.

Here are some items I think I might need:

- More filtration - Hagen AquaClear Power Filter - Probably a 70 (300 gph) but 110 (500 gph) if needed.
- New heater
- Probably some kind of upgrade/modification to lighting and cover
- Some sort of gravel cleaner/water changer
- Some sort of chemical kit to balance water chemistry
- Food and other additives

I am trying to keep costs low and keep maintenance down as much as possible. Right now I am thinking it will be a Pseudotropheus Saulosi (I like the blue/yellow contrast) but I am open to suggestions. Thanks in advance!

Thanks! It is definitely not going to be planted (cichlids are notorious for digging up plants). Right now I am leaning towards a Pseudotropeus Saulosi single species tank but I am open to suggestions.