problem with decal

hey all,

ok here is the thing i get a problem with the bilek dodge wc-54 ambulance decal . i get the kit done and i was getting raedy to put the decals on this is where the problem come into play . will wan i put in the water and come out in little slivers i life the decal in for 15 it come out in slivers . meybe the decal was old can it do that . man wan i seen that i was mad as hell . if anyone can help me out or anyone have the decal sheet in there parts box lit me now

thanks john