Originally Posted by cxwrench

Funny, whenever I set up a new derailleur I adjust the limit screws before attaching the cable. This has never caused any issues for me. Doing it this way keeps me from shifting over the large cog because the low limit isn't set. Trying to set limit screws w/ the cable attached can result in 'false' setting.
ETA: Now waiting for someone to throw a fit and tell me how wrong I am.