Glad to hear that you're hosing with Hostgator. They're top-notch, but you should definitely not use Hostgator's (or any host's) Fantastico or other automatic installer. It is super easy to install WordPress manually, if you follow the directions they give here: http://codex.wordpress.org/Installin...Minute_Install
Or if you prefer, you can hire a techy to do it for you for not very much money. PM me and I'll do it for you personally if you like.