Update. Verified that the fuel injector covers are swappable left to right on the intake, however due to interference with the oil filler tube, the intake will NOT install with the injector covers reversed as previously thought. So the defect on the drivers side cover was preexistent. Used a cut off wheel to remove enough material (a sliver) for the intake to install flat to the block. Bolted it up. No codes. Will edit previous posts.
i also have to agree that the ea82 has a place, and anywhere near a turbo isnt that place. ej22 swaps are very easy. hell- ill help you do it. i have an engine, harness, the know how, and have done a few dozen swaps. if you need help or honest opinion, let me know