Engine Builders-KB356 Piston Milling

Would I need longer duration or could I retard the timing? Also, would a custom cometic get me by and if so what dynamic ratio should I shoot for?

Yeah you can go that route I guess. I don't think it's as productive as another camshaft. For something to have a later IVC it would "probably" have more duration anyway. I would recommend something in the neighborhood of 70° "or so" advertised IVC.