Alignment question

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My stock 89 FJ62 has always, at least since I've owned it, had a mild pull to the right. The steering wheel is typically 10 degrees to left to keep it straight down the road. Not a huge deal, but I'm getting uneven tire wear; more wear on the right outside tire edge than on the left tire.

Now I've read most of the posts on alignment. It seems that toe-in is the only adjustment, aside from the drag-link to keep the steering wheel centered. I've checked the brakes, and just had the wheel bearings done. Anyone else know what might be causing the pull to the right? :confused:
 
Start with easy things.
Swap wheels/tires left to right and front to back. Point is to see if a bent wheel is causing the problem.
Jack up the front, and carefully check all the wear points - knuckle bearings, tie-rod ends, etc. Make sure all of these are in good condition.
If neither of these provides the desired "ah ha" then get an aligmnent done at a good shop, and check the final caster/camber/toe numbers to stock.
Caster/camber aren't adjustable, only toe.
Simple summary - somethings worn, or somethings bent.
 
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