It sounds as if you have a well thought out plan. One problem I can see is this:
When I fall off the wagon, it happens like this: That drink I have at 1am turns into 2, then 3, then 4....into oblivion. I wake up in a haze, and I've been physicaly ill. This "falling off the wagon" is a weekly occurance for me, and I have trouble controlling it.
I appreciate your honesty, but it appears as if moderation will not work or you would have put it into effect long before. You could certainly continue with your plan and see for yourself whether you can go from excessive to moderate. I hate to put a damper on your plans, but I'm afraid I already know the outcome. I've seen it before. I hope for your sake you prove me wrong. Good luck and keep us posted. And Chip...after your experiment, if your looking for help, we will be here.