Yeah - looking back, I admit my main confusion was my own fault - not noticing that I had not added "/forum/vbshout.php" because I use the CMPS in a different directory as the forum...
I guess i was also confused that under template module options, you have to input vbshout as the template to include. Your instructions only say it will add a template called this - it never specifies you should input this in that box.
It's obvious, but can be confusing if your troubleshooting and you follow every step "to the letter". Thanks!!