Nice times, need clouds, rain.

While getting lots of sunshine is a good thing for a solar power system, I'd like to see a few days with either more clouds, or rain. While still not a reliable or directly cross referencible experiment, I would get a good practical idea of how much juice is generated by the same photovoltaic cells in inclement weather. As I'm currently using Westinghouse Solarlights Landscape type PV caps, without the charging unit or battery ("AA"), they seem fairly responsive to all light. The watch is still ticking even after the cap is in shadow. I'll have to remember to check the current output.

I'm working on the water heater design as well.

I'm also looking into mechants who would have the requisite items in stock at reasonable prices, as they'll get both my business and my recommendation.

So much to do, so little time and money...