great goal.
In order to have a nice tank this time around, please realize that it's not about the equipment - rather, it's about the biology. Knowing the biology will allow a nice tank without over-spending effort and money on equipment. Biological processes create a balance. Understanding the processes and how to aide the tank in staying balanced is the best way to have success with your reef aquarium. That's why I put together the Reefkeeping Tips. Use the link below in my signature line.
Aloha,
Mark
P.S.
The only equipment this mixed reef tank needed was providing good water flow and proper lighting.