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ST-785 Disc brakes excessive throw distance
I have Shimano ST-785 hydraulic disc brakes (Dura Ace) on my Tarmac, The throw distance seems to be very long and it gets quite close to the handlebar before engaging. No adjustment seems to fix this. The side screw does not move the pistons in as they are apparently supposed to. Is there any sort of fix for this? I guess one could overfill the system through the caliper slightly to push out the pistons but I was hoping someone had a better idea (besides replacing them) since I cannot afford a new groupset. I had a baby and the nanny take all my disposable income.