Removing water slide decals

[Crazy Nick]

Does anybody know a safe way to remove standard Schwinn water slide decals without harming the paint ?

My older brother said "use a rag with hot water" which sounded like it would work but it didn't.
I read about acetone free nail polish remover, but I'de rather get a little feedback before trying that..

 

[RustySprockets]

I'd just cover the decal with sticky packing tape, then pull it off quickly, like I'm tearing off a band-aid.

 

[ingola]

Goo gone don't scrub hard

 

[Kevin B]

Vinegar will soften water slide decals. Try leaving a rag soaked in vinegar for a few minutes. One thing, if they were clear coated with a finish this probably wouldn't work. The vinegar, water or whatever can't get through to work it loose.

 

[user 35233]

Acetone diluted with water removed some factory branding off my newer bikes while also stripping the topcoat off the original paint leaving a dull matte spot. But if it's a solid sheet decal goo gone (or just oil) for sure. Quick and indiscriminate vs tedious and shiny.