Matpat,
I like your style and your location. I have buddy who lives in West Chester and I am from Findlay, though I live in Lexington now.
Here's how I set up my 220 with dirt...
http://www.fishtanktv.com/220-plante...llon-fishtank/
What is soilmaster select? I use miracle grow Organic mix in my tanks. How is soil master?
Dustin