I guess I should be able to adapt one of these fuel pump strainers for my tank.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/121024602...84.m1436.l2649

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/172058597...84.m1436.l2649

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/121024662...84.m1436.l2649