thanks guys for the input. I have 2 sets of 48" shop lights with 60w cfls (for a total of 4 48" bulbs). thats the highest wattage I could find locally. I also have a 75w spotlight. I guess I had my lights too far away and thats why they are so tall and skinny. I"m learing tho!
I would like to get better lights but, as most people, I am on a budget and don't want to spend the $ for the MH lights and deal with the electric bill.
As for my avatar I actually found that on the net many years ago and I finally get to use it! I thought it was hilarious and yet cool at the same time. By the way, no animals were harmed in the making of it.....