2001 suburban fuel pressure regulator o ring dropped

[aztime]

I was changing my 2001 suburban fuel pressure regulator (non flex fuel) and the smaller o ring dropped into the fuel rail. I can see it with a flash light but have tried picks ,needle nose etc. and cant get out.

Is it safe to leave it in there to drive it to the mechanic or do you have any tips to get it out of there tried a shop vac and slightly moved it but no success.
Thank you in advance.

 

[SpareParts]

Would it cause problems? Probably not but always a chance.
Have you tried a small piece of wire with a hook bent in the end to grab it with?

 

[Joseph Garcia]

^^^^^x2^^^^^ An 18-22 gauge solid copper wire stripped (doorbell wire, but must be solid and not stranded) and bent into a hook may be your best bet.

 

[Fless]

A paper clip might be a little too thick. But one of the twisty ties you get at the grocery store might work, after scraping off the paper.

 

[exp500]

Or a smaller diameter hose inserted into shop vac.

 

[Doubeleive]

if you can see it you can get it just don't push it where you cant see it, then your screwed