The fact that cec varies, is irrelevant to understanding the science of it. You seem to be all over the place with suggestions, but in the end, if it works for you, it's what counts! Your logic behind it however, is quite flawed! Take care as well!Well i was quoted, so excuse me for answering.
Fact is, depending on amendments and ingredients in the soil, CEC is going to vary.
There is such a thing as Anion Exchange Capacity as well.
Soil leaches, it absorbs, and it breaks down.
Tbf we can't accurately tell the CEC of a soil without a lab analysis. There's just too many variables.
Best of luck to you too.
I'm sure the info you provided will help the OP.
Cheers.