198 Rods + 2.2L Pistons - advice needed

I am not sure I follow your comment on the KB's versus 2.2 pistons. Those KB239's ARE for the 2.2L engine ..... ?????
KB Hyper Piston - Chry 2.2L Rod 5.945 Flat Top 5cc 2V [KB239] - $222.46 : United Engine & Machine Co. Incorporated, Performance Pistons

They are good quality hypereutectic pistons, are made for what you want, and the price is not unreasonable. What other 2.2L pistons are you considering?

My personal opinion: The price of those pistons, is for one set of 4 pistons, that means 2 sets would cost just under $450.00, plus you need to buy rings. For another $100 you could get the Wiseco forged pistons, with rings included.