> Looks to me that the best way to get all the dirt out is to turn the
tank up
> side down. Can this be done with out damaging the fuel meter?

I would remove the fuel gauge sending unit for cleaning the tank.
You'll appreciate haveing that hole, where it goes, to work with.
Besides, now is a good time to inspect the sending unit for wear.

Mike

'84 GL 7 pass
'85 GL Westy