[Sir_BlackhOle]

Welcome to APC! I have a few questions for you first. What substrate are you using? What type of lighting and how many watts? Are you planning on using co2?

I think one of the main things you have to do to get a tank going is plant heavily from the start. This makes it easier to get the jump on algae and keep it manageable.

 

[Sir_BlackhOle]

Here is some good DIY lighting info and other good stuff http://members.cox.net/tulsaalstons/Aquarium.htm#DIY Light Hoods

And the krib is a great place for just about any information you are looking for. Here is the CO2 section http://www.thekrib.com/Plants/CO2/

If I were you I would focus on getting more lighting first. Two watts per gallon is usually pretty good to start with. Thats what I have over my 75 and its doing very well. If you have any more questions ask away!