It think there may be some Science behind the new moon theory. The moon has a greater magnetic pull on the earth at certain times which effects the tides. Why wouldn't it affect CS as well? I have discovered that magnets also cause hard water to soften a bit, not like a water softener but there is a difference. Magnets cause water molecules to realign. Yeah I know, junk science, but I have found it to be true. So the subtle magnetic pull of the moon can affect CS water making it easier to generate at a faster rate.