Yeah I'd tend to agree with that.

I'm a mechanic/auto service tech by trade. Mostly doing electrical stuff so it's nice to be able to hopefully pick it up quickly. Lots of numbers and stuff to learn but I know it will help me long term on how to manage my lighting.

Thanks for the input fellas.

I may end up looking at one of the 4x4 builds but I'm going to dig into learning alot of the technical side first here before I dive in haha.

Annnnnd never mind. Lol

I forgot how forums work. Next page button. Was looking at the first page of this thread. Disregard.

Where can I find some more info out?

There are some really cool DIY shelf builds around if you search.

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