I'm no mechanic by any means, but that sounds cool to me. Another good resource for modifying the Isuzu is planetsuzoo.com so try to get input from there also. It is always good to have more input than less.
Welcome, it is always good to have mechanical experience, and an inventive mind when envisioning the next toy.
I have a build-able engine from one of my VX's and would like to ask you some questions when it gets warmer and I start re-building it.