gas tank cleaning...

I had 1 boiled out and it caused the tank sealer to separate into small debris and start clogging up my fuel line on a ride back from NC. I ended up stranded on a WV mountain at 2am. I would spend the $100 for a new tank

I've heard of that happening with a tank sealer. i I admit I've never had guts to try it. possible reaction between the sealer and what the tank was cleaned with? money ( lack of) gets in my way and probably a few of others.
over the years I have decided some things need to be replaced for happy motoring. makes a big difference if ya plan to run around locally
........gas tank, pickup tube/filter, maybe NO. 1 ???????