How to remove ancient decals.

I have an old 96 Taco and back then, the tailgate had a HUGE decal that says "TOYOTA" in vinyl lettering. Well, almost 14 years later and the decals are looking pretty bad.They are starting to peel. I realize these decals are probably going to be almost impossible to remove, but I was hoping there's some little easy trick out there. I'd like to replace them if possible.

 

probably the best bet is to try using a heat gun and see if that gets you anywhere.

 

Yep. Then, some goo-b-gone (or whatever it's called). Then a trip to the body shop for a repaint, because I'm sure, after 14 years, the paint is hella faded!

 

Paint still looks pretty good for its age. here's what it looks like now:



Actually, I was thinking that if I could find the exact factory letters, I might just stick them over the originals.

 

If you stick them over the original they'll just keep peeling just as quick as if you'd done nothing at all