I gotta be honest with ya...this thing gets pretty hot! Simple solution: Carry a clean microfiber cloth and small bottle of QD in your Z to aid in bird poo removal. When you get out of the Z, place the cloth on the shifter. No worries!
Stole these pics from FromG2Z's DIY install thread. Please check the thread for many more pics and simple installation tips (thanks G2Z).
NISMO Titanium Shift Knob installed!!!!