Negative. Use the correct tool, if they are that tight. A pipe wrench will clamp the sleeve tighter, or crush the sleeve and weaken it.
This is what one style looks like. Check around for price. Possible a local auto parts store has one in their tool loaner program.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OTC-Tie-Rod...justment-Tool-Universal-OTC7023-/260869503054