This is the path I took....4 nuts J.B. Welded to the back of the emblem, 4 studs installed, 4 each of fender washers, lock washers and nuts (also a bit of paint) and now my very weathered badge will stay with my very weathered truck!
I will post pictures soon.

Thanks for all the advice!!

Jackie

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/hfhd...ecp2v70aqvb9kby&st=9n6xlqn5&dl=0