Thanks for the asistance. I ordered the hozan pliers and a 1/8" chain whip from business cycles and I think I have a good idea of how to use them when they arrive. It all made sense once I took off the rear wheel and saw that the tools I first bought weren't going to do what I need them to do. Luckily, my cog isn't very loose and I can ride gently and use my front brake until the tools arrive.
Peace