Your friend will want to consider the Godfrey mods to this plane. You do NOT want to build it with the plastic turtledeck, cowl & wheelpants.
Modifications are also necessary to the rudder and elevators if you want to do 3D.
I have one modified and powered with a BME 102. Flies pattern very well. I am not yet 3D capable, but will be increasing those throws soon.
You can see mine at
http://cih.home.mindspring.com/hobby.../LnrX300S.html
Regards,
Craig.