i have replaced inner bogey wheels before with the skid in. Everytime i remind myself of the things i've done with the skid in, the more stupid i think i am.
Indy, don't be so hard on yourself. Does seem like the front inner idler wheels are attached to both shocks with a cross member between the rails. Mbunnis, if you need more info on getting the skid out post your ??'s, someone will help out.