I installed my VR a few weeks ago.
Short version: DON'T remove the shroud. Sounds like a REAL beeyatch to remove, and I didn't try. Cut it in-place. WATCH OUT FOR THE CONDENSER COILS WHEN CUTTING THE SHROUD TOP.
Also, cut the dotted lines on the tabs on the template out to let the template lay down more or less flush on top of the shroud. Whew, long sentence but hopefully you get the point.
I wouldn't follow the crappy directions, and certainly dont' do the steps in order. Maybe I'm too stupid, but the order sure didn't make sense to me. It's a simple install, just use your head and you'll be fine, but don't slip and cut a hole in your condenser. You'll be fine.:thumbsup: