nothing funny about the project... IMHO!
MOTOR... you have to distinguish the version of the ST 20V. there are 2 kinds. the 1st version has 2 throttle cable "thingys" and the 2nd version only has one. i hope you have the 2nd version.
CON-RODS... if it's a 2nd Gen 20V ST then you don't have to worry about the con-rods coz the bottom end of the 2nd Gen is identical to the late Gen MAP GZE. it's strong enough.
PISTONS... you need to get an aftermarket forged pistons with 5 flycuts. it's not advisable to get the GZE forged pistons to cut it coz it'll loose the coating on the pistons.
lower comp pistons is preferrable but the stock pistons should be able to take 7 or 8 psi. as long as it's properly tuned.
INTAKE PLENUM... since the motor is on a RWD car, the intake plenum was prolly modified with it's opening on the front or if you're looking at it horizontally it's on the left which should be on the right. you can easily post yours up at club4ag and exchange it to a stock one. i'm sure those guys will want it.
COMP RATIO... the ST 20V is 10.5:1 not 11:1
ECU... you have to use the 4A-GZE ECU or get an MS set-up
FUEL PUMP... any high flow fuel pump should work
INTERCOOLER... you need it!
RADIATOR... you need a good working rad!
MY ADVISE... sell the SC set-up and opt for a turbo. it'll be easier to mount and more boost later then get the MS set-up.