I used .032 wire and pliers I got at Harbor Freight. Don't bother spending lots of money for the stuff you'll use only a couple of times you own the car. The HF tool was just as good as the one we used on the farm.
https://www.harborfreight.com/catalo...ty+wire+pliers
Get the 9" one (I can't link directly) In fact, looks the same as the amazon one.
You'll also need a lead hammer. American Hammer has links on this site. Get the 6 lb version. They will recast the head. You should get at least 6 uses (all wheels) out of it.