alterkation front end? how are they?

There's something to be said for technology and along with it comes safety and piece of mind. My #2 daughter's ex has an early Comet (6 cylinder 4 dr). I recommended to him to put disc brakes on the front and get rid of the single reservoir master cylinder to improve safety and reliability, especially during rainy weather. (For those who have never experienced wet drum brakes; you're almost better off opening the door and putting your feet down on the ground to stop). I was floored at his response: "I want to keep it original..."
He made it sound like I told him to throw away all the old parts! Really? That's what benches in the garage are for, hiding all the 'take off' stuff. I couldn't believe he was trying to preserve that... that... Comet, by keeping it OEM. It's not going to increase in value as it is not a 'stang or something even remotely special. Preserve it by not wrecking it!!! I'm so glad they split up.