Originally Posted by
HillRider
No, it wouldn't work any better. You have the same problem that the inner cage plate won't clear the middle chainring unless it's installed too high. These derailleurs are designed for at least 10 tooth differences (52/42) in the chainrings and often 11T (50/39) or 14T (53/39) or more.
So the Shimano CX70 it is? Is a cyclocross front derailleur that is designed for a small tooth difference work with a larger tooth difference for the inner chainring?