The inner tie rod looks pretty conventional - you can use a special inner tie rod tool ($40, Harbor Freight) or, if you're like me, use a massive adjustable wrench.
The wire tie thing is *weird*. I have never seen that in my life!
Edit: 1.5" (37mm) of jaw - plenty for most any tie rod.
http://www.amazon.com/Channellock-8S...ywords=wideazz
Edit 2: I'll bet you can rent an inner tie rod tool from Autozone or O'Reilly for free.