It sounds like you're not going to be running kpro. If you plan on running the a3 ECU with the k24a1 all you need to do is keep the ep3 oem I/H/E and add 310 injectors. As far as the sway bar, its a case by case situation. Some members have gotten away with it, others have had to get rid of the OEM swaybar to clear the OEM header. It might fit fine with the car off the ground, but the header may hit the sway when the car is on the ground or when the engine is under load. Some people have said that only the 2002 oem front sway will clear a k24. Nothing definitive.
If you plan on keeping the AC, I recommend taking out the radiator, and just unbolting the compressor from the block. don't disconnect any of the lines or the condenser. I just moved everything to the side and was able to pull my motor out from the top. AC didn't need to be refilled and it's been fine for the last 2 years.
It sounds like you have everything set so far. Good luck. Have fun with the swap!
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