Originally Posted by
maddog34
Verify WHICH generation of Tiagra triple FD you are dealing with...
Tiagra 4503, per the attached manual from Shimano.
Originally Posted by
maddog34
not sure if earlier tiagra needed the special setup, but it is online and MUST BE FOLLOWED to achieve correct operation... it involves setting the cable up while the brifter is shifted into position two, NOT pos. One..... TWO.
look up your particular model to confirm correct setup procedures.
Might you direct me to that special setup? I've googled this extensively and have yet to come across it myself. I'd be willing to give it a try even if it's meant for a different setup. I have time for a little experimentation.