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For wire, pay attention to the voltage rating as well as the size, you don't want to use automotive wiring rated for 12V on tube equipment which operates at hundreds or thousands of volts. Usually though original wiring is fine, don't replace it unless it's in bad shape.
For soldering irons, I have a 35W Weller I use for most stuff, I've had it since 1991, and it's still going strong. I also have a 60W iron for soldering to the chassis, that's a cheaper iron and has been replaced. I keep them both hot when I'm working, and bring out the big one whenever the Weller is inadequate.
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