how do I avoid that issue in the first place
Don't let the pads get too worn out + then adjust the thing to compensate using the barrel adjuster or by re-positioning the actuation arm. Basically the balls exit when the arm is pulled too far.
I have this problem too.
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Don't let the pads get too worn out + then adjust the thing to compensate using the barrel adjuster or by re-positioning the actuation arm. Basically the balls exit when the arm is pulled too far.