Atabeach is correct, vinegar, cleaner, calcium remover and fresh gasoline could work as well.
Dont mix them, and after soaking and brushing, rinse thoroughly with water.
Do keep in mind that the tank is aluminium and a high acidity (if i recall correctly above 10%, do check this on beforehand) will bite into the aluminium.
Also i used a dishwash brush with a round head, works like a charm. Not when using gasoline tho.