Opinions on shocks...

I'm running KYB gasshocks all around on my '73 Swinger. Bought it like that but the PO put everything new under there.
On all my fullsize C-bodies I'm running KYB's in the front and Monroe Sensatracks in the rear.

It all depends on what you expect from a set of shocks and how you want the car the handle. If you're performance minded thoses cheap shocks better left alone of course.

And as said, if you're current tires are ruined, you better spend some money on wheels with the proper backspacing aswell.