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function garage() {
	var htmContent = "&nbsp;<br>Hi there, and welcome to Gordon's Garage, a site for fans of early Datsuns, particularly the 1962-1970 Roadster. ";
	htmContent = htmContent + "I got hooked on Datsuns back in about 1969 and was fortunate enough to buy one of the rare 1967 2000's in 1971. ";
	htmContent = htmContent + "At the time, I had no idea it was rare (only about 800 were made); it was simply a fun little sports car ";
	htmContent = htmContent + "with lots of power. Over the years I have come to appreciate the significance of these cars.";
	htmContent = htmContent + "<p>When I first built this site, I tried to include a lot of 510 and Z-car information, but there is simply too much to cover and ";
	htmContent = htmContent + "other people are doing a great job on those cars. I do provide links to some of the better (and more central) 510 and Z Web sites, ";
	htmContent = htmContent + "as well as other Datsun/Nissan sites. But a lot of the technical and driving-related information found here will apply to all cars and drivers.";
	htmContent = htmContent + "<p>Since the name of this site has led to some confusion, let me clarify one thing right up front: ";
	htmContent = htmContent + "This is NOT a commercial site - there is no classifieds area, nor am I in the parts supply or car repair business. ";
	htmContent = htmContent + 'I chose this name because, whenever my friends came over, we always seemed to wind up out in the garage, so I decided to "invite" the rest of the world in, too. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + "I do try to provide information on some of the more arcane aspects of Datsuns, but I do not do it as a business.";
	htmContent = htmContent + "<p>So come on in, look around and enjoy. Here is the quick view. For more information on each area, roll over the navigation to your left (provided you have IE).";
	htmContent = htmContent + '<ul><li>If you want eye candy, check out the <b>"Galleries."</b>.</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>If you are after general tech articles, including a tire size calculator and hp calculator, see the <b>"Shop Area."</b></li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>If you want book reviews, articles about driving. etc. see the <b>"Roads Scholar."</b></li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>If you are really into Datsun Roadsters, you gotta see the <b>"Essential Roadster."</b></li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>If you are looking for Roadster parts specifically, then visit the <b>"Vendors."</b></li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>If you want to see what great Web sites other people have put up, go to <b>"People"</b> and <b>"Clubs."</b></li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>Some Web pages documenting Datsun meets are in <b>"Events."</b></li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>If you are building a race car, or even a hot street car, check out all the parts suppliers in the <b>"Racer Parts"</b> area.</li></ul>';
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function galleries() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p><img src="th/tdennis5.jpg" width="199" height="131">';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<img src="th/tlaw.jpg" width="199" height="135">;'
	htmContent = htmContent + '<br clear="left">&nbsp;<br>There are currently seven Galleries, each containing a collection of photographs, mostly taken by me, of various roadsters, 510s, Datsuns and assorted race cars. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'They are all thumbnailed, so you dont have to wait forever to see what you are getting.<br>&nbsp;<br>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<img src="th/tGt40.jpg" width="200" height="139">';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<img src="th/tmycar1.jpg" width="199" height="135">';
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function tech() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>The Shop Area is focused on the technical side of cars: ';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<ul><li>A complete index to the Roadster Parts Manual, including scans of all the diagrams.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>A link to a site that has wiring diagrams for the roadster.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>An article on the Salisbury-type limited-slip unit that was used extensively by Nissan (and Jaguar and Cobra...).<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>An article about emission controls and how you can build a performance car that is still licenseable.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>A tire-size calculator to help you estimate the effect of different tire sizes.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>A horsepower calculator that uses vehicle weight and quarter-mile time to estimate horsepower.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>Some basic auto math that you should know.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>Links to more tech tips.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '</ul>';
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function driving() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>The "Roads Scholar" (my little joke) is less technically-oriented than the "Shop Area." ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'Here you will find such things as:';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<ul><li>An article explaining the significance of the Datsun Roadster.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>Articles about driving safety, radar and speed traps.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '<li>Recommended reading for the serious car nut.<br>&nbsp;</li>';
	htmContent = htmContent + '</ul>';
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function essential() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>"The Essential Roadster" contains all the technical specs, bolt sizes, torque specs, ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'tech tips and all the other stuff the guys at the dealership dont know. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'See what other people have encountered when they did restorations. If you are ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'getting serious about working on your roadster, this is where you want to look.';
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function people() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>There are some truly excellent Web pages that people have put up. In fact, one of them won Cars.coms <b>"Web Site of the Year"</b> award ';
	htmContent = htmContent + '(that would be Greg Valazza, in the Roadster section - be sure you see it!) The links are organized by car type. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'This list just keeps growing and growing, and the quality of the sites keeps improving, too.';
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function clubs() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>Lots of clubs are represented here, again organized by car type. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'If you are looking for the doorway to the 510 and Z worlds, this is the place.';
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function events() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>More and more Datsun meets are being put on, and the number of club events is also growing. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'Want to see what other Datsun owners and Roadster fanatics are doing around the world? ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'Here are some of the Web pages that have been put up by various participants and organizers.';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'There is a lot happening out there, and it just may be in your neighborhood!';
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	}

function vendors() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>These are the people who allow us to keep enjoying (and racing) our classic Datsuns.';
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	}

function parts() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>This is a collection of links to the Web sites of numerous performance parts suppliers, machine shops, driving schools and much more! ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'Trying to decide between powder coating and ceramic coating? See "Services." ';
	htmContent = htmContent + '"Catalog" companies (general suppliers like Pegasus and Racer Wholesale)? Yep. Data acquisition and in-car camera companies? Yes. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'Chassis components, racing suspensions, lubricants, safety equipment - its all in there. ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'Everything from custom titanium connecting rods to vintage mirrors and tires for your classic, and a trailer to put it in.';
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	}

function index() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>Leave the garage and go back to my main page.';
	document.all.descrip.innerHTML = htmContent;
	}

function sitemap() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>Didnt find what you were looking for by following the links and you arent sure you followed them all? ';
	htmContent = htmContent + 'For the linear, hierarchical thinkers in the audience.';
	document.all.descrip.innerHTML = htmContent;
	}

function mail() {
	var htmContent = '&nbsp;<p>Got a comment or a Web site you think should be in one of my lists? Talk to me.';
	document.all.descrip.innerHTML = htmContent;
	}
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