If you still have the lever arm dampers at the rear you could try a heavier weight oil. Cheaper than changing to telescopic shocks. Need to try this with my '76 car, particularly when loaded with Madame and a large'ish suitcase.
Cheers,
Graham (G4FUJ)
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