Change Short Period Variables I am observing?

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Hello! I’m wondering if I should change my SPV targets. Currently, I observe RR CET, SZ HYA, and DY HER throughout the year. These are well observed variables, so my observations provide continuous basic coverage.
I’ve not submitted observations to AAVSO for several years after moving to an area with poor seeing and equipment issues. I’ve recently sent my 8" LX200 and SBIG ST402 with BVIC filters to Starfront in Texas and have resumed my sequences.
Since the SPVs I had been observing are well observed, I’m wondering if there would be more value to change to others on the SPV observing list that have requests for additional data. I realize that well observed variables require continuous monitoring, but I would like guidance whether changing to other less well observed variables on the target list would provide more “bang for the buck.” Best regards.
Mike

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Hi Mike,

Given that there is adequate coverage for these stars, I think it would be reasonable to consider other SPVs. I’d suggest asking for some recommendations over on the SPP forum.

Kind regards,
Brian

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Thanks! I’ll repost in that forum. Mike

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Mike,

Since I’m part of the SPP section I thought I would reply here. I’ve been trying to get a list of new SPP targets put together for a while now. I might finally have the time to do that. These would be target with a lot less history that need some coverage. Do you have a magnitude range you feel comfortable observing?

Eric

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Thanks! My 8" LX200 gets good results to about mag = 16.

Mike

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Each section has lists of stars to observe.

Ray

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Thanks you four your guidance!
Mike