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If you have a good decal on the tank, then be careful of what you use. I use a small length of chain as my “inside the tank” abrasive. I have used Super Clean and my “heavy duty” cleanser. Be careful with that stuff as it can ruin a decal with just a small drop of the stuff. Super clean works as well but is not as powerful as Super Clean. I have also used E-85 gasoline in the tank. It does work. I let it sit overnight and come back to it in the morning, shaking the tank. With the piece of chain, you are sure to get it all out of the tank where with nuts, screws and other loose stuff, you might not be able to get all of them out. Count how many goes in and how many comes out. Now with the E-85, make sure you are outside when using this product. Anything that is flammable should be used out in the open air. Wash out the inside of the tank with warm soapy water and let dry.
Good Luck,
Rick