I got some more clarifying information.
The initial release will be with the Haltech only, and KPower said they are a Haltech dealer, so they will sell the Haltech with or without the swap package and vice versa, but that their Haltech unit will ship pre-configured for their harness, so don't go buying a Haltech unit beforehand, but if you have one already or can get one cheap, that will work, but it won't be as simple.
They also said the OEM ECU option is not replicating what Solidsnake11 did, using the stock FA20 ECU. They would be using a Hondadata Kpro along with a CANBUS emulator. They have used ECUs there with Kpro installed, so it isn't necessary to source a stock ECU when buying an engine. I asked if the emulator would allow for all features like ABS, TRAC, ESC, and they said that is the goal. I don't know how much cheaper this option may be, but because it requires a used ECU, Kpro and an emulator, it may not be much different than the Haltech, and I'm assuming the Haltech will be superior.
I also asked about something I recalled from an earlier conversation, which is that they are using the front timing chain tensioner cover for an oil return, which makes it far easier than having to tap the pan. While this isn't on their site yet, they will eventually carry it they said:
www.2nrs.com/products/vented-tensioner-cover
Here is a picture of the stock tensioner location and the product. Seems like a no brainer, so I picked it up.
