Originally Posted by
alron2
Pedro,
Welcome to the forum. I have been in and out of discus keeping since 1975. I do not consider myself an expert so consider that when you read my post.
Durning my 45 years in and out of discus there were times when I did not have time to take care of them properly, sounds like you may be there now. I suggest you keep something that has fewer needs, such as angelfish or a communit
If you decide to keep discus why use RO? Many people raise discus in hard water without trying to change it, much simpler. Since you are going to be traveling I would strongly consider putting the tank on a slow drip, in addition to the water changes you are proposing.
I am sure many others will have much to say about this subject.
Ron