Re: Gas tank cleaning

["Myron Ware" <cmw@domain.elided>]

Mike,
  When I needed to clean the scale, etc out of my tanks, I used 
muratic acid (concrete cleaner, a couple bucks/gallon, and I still 
have plenty left) and swished it around  the tank with a handful of 
nuts and bolts to help break away the thick stuff.  I did the 
'lather, rinse, repeat' a few times and it worked very well.  Rinse 
with plenty of water and let dry before reinstalling.  I haven't had 
any problems in the year or so since I did it.  Could the rattle you 
hear be the float that has detached from the sending unit?
HTH,
Myron

---Original Message---
Looking for some advice on what is the best way/product/chemical with
which to clean my tanks.  

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